RSS stands for Really Simple Syndication or Rich Site Summary. An RSS is a means of publicizing updates about website.
What are the benefits of RSS?
- It gives the latest update. RSS gives you information about whats the latest in the market or the latest updates about the weather, local news or anything that seems interesting.
- It saves on surfing time. RSS provides a summary of a related article. It helps you save time in deciding on which item to prioritize as you browse the internet.
- It gives the user the power of subscription.
- It lessen the clutter in your inbox.
- It is spam free.
- Hassle free when you unsubscribe.
- It can be used as a marketing tool.
What are the disadvantages of RSS?
- Users prefer receiving updates through their email about RSS feed.
- Graphics do not appear in all RSS feeds.
- The identity of the source website can be confusing to the reader.
- Publishers cannot determine how many users are subscribed to their feed and the frequency of their visits.
- RSS feeds create higher traffic and demands on the server.
- Some sites still do not support RSS.