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Internet Marketing While Using RSS (Page 1 of 2)
RSS? Internet marketing? Why and how?
You probably have seen RSS several times in the course of your internet surfing. What is RSS? RSS is a XML file format for syndicating content and news on the web. RSS stands for Really Simple Syndication or Rich Site Summary; syndicating means republishing an article that comes from another source such as a website.
Simply stated, RSS is a means of publicizing updates about any website. It may or may not include a summary and/or photos of the latest posting. Other than content, you can also attach multimedia files, like videos or pictures. Those that do provide summaries (thus Rich Site Summary) allow any user to skim through the article so that they could decide later on if they want to access the website source. The RSS feed usually contains both the title of the actual update as well as the link to the website source.
How exactly does RSS work?
To be able to use RSS, you first have to download software (content management system), so that the XML format can be read. The title, and excerpt of the actual article, and a link to the full article are shown.
For users to access any particular RSS feed, they will need to use a feed reader or an aggregator or a of some type. An aggregator searches for updates on RSS-enabled webpages then displays it. It can either be a standalone application or a web browser type extension, depending on your operating system.
What exactly are the real benefits of RSS?
1. It gives you the latest updates as soon as it comes out.
2. It gives the power of subscription to the user.
3. It saves on surfing time by helping the surfer to decide on which items to prioritize when reading or browsing the net.
4. It can be used as a powerful advertising or marketing tool.
5. It cuts down on the clutter in your inbox.
6. It is spam free and since RSS does not make use of your email address to send updates your privacy is kept safe from spam mails.
7. Unsubscribing from an RSS feed is hassle-free.
What exactly are the drawbacks of RSS?
1. Since it is a new technology, many sites still do not support RSS.
2. Graphics and photos do not appear in all RSS feeds.
3. Some users prefer receiving email updates over an RSS feed.
4. Publishers cannot determine how many users are subscribed to their feed and the frequency of their visits.
5. RSS feeds create higher traffic and demands on the server.
6. The identity of the source website can be confusing.
How exactly do I start using RSS?
Basically, there are two things you need: an RSS feed and an RSS aggregator or reader. The RSS feed comes from an RSS-supported website. There are also websites that provide a list of RSS feeds of different websites. An RSS aggregator is what is used to read the RSS feed from the source website. It goes out, scans and collects data on all the latest RSS feeds from the worldwide web.
Who Else Wants to Get Free Traffic From The Internet!
There are lots of ways and free resources that won’t cost you anything where you as a savvy Internet marketer can take advantage of to get free traffic from the web. The first option is the preferred option of all Internet marketers. Writing articles. While it sound s hard to do it’s not. You can write articles by the dozen a day if you have the time.
Write articles to post around the web in article directories. Include a link to your website in the author’s resource box. You must submit articles to the articles directories at least every week. Make sure the articles you submit are yours. Don’t submit articles you purchase from PLR sites or free memberships. Most of the time these articles have been published by someone else. This is the preferred method for many Internet marketers. (Se the resource box for the free submitter software.)
Write a press release and submit to the PR Web dot com. Press releases are one of the most cost-effective ways to get promotion for your online business. Many entrepreneurs ignore this type of promotion because they don’t know how to write a press release. It’s important to promote your online business with press releases because of the media all over the Internet. Your press release should sound like news, not an ad.
Set up a Blog. Blogs are quickly becoming one of the most popular and easiest ways for anyone to publish content to the web. and invite everyone in your network to subscribe: family, friends, clients, associates, coworkers . Submit your blog to popular blog directories. There are literally hundreds of blog directories. The best thing about blogs is that they are indexed by Google faster than regular websites. You can also post on others peoples blogs and leave comments that will contain your website link. People will read your comments and click on the link.
You can post to forums. You can use forums that you regularly comment within, even if they have nothing to do with your website content. Provide good answers to solve the common problems that people are asking. Only provide solutions on subjects that you have knowledge. The easiest way you can use an online forum to promote your website link, is by simply adding a link to promote your website in your forum signature. Many forums allow each member to create a signature that is added to the bottom of each of their posts.
Advertise in classifieds such as Graig List and in groups such as Google, Yahoo and MSM. Register in communities sites such as Squidoo, Diggs, My Space, Free IQ and others. All are free.
Give away a freebie (ebook, report, e-course) to keep people coming back to your site. Add an RSS feed to your blog. Submit your site to any related niche directories on the net. Participate in a banner or link exchange program.
You can Upload video’s related to your site on YouTube or other video site and add your link in the description. There is software that will allow you to brand your affiliate videos.
You don’t have to use anyones service. And for heavens sake, dont pay someone to do this for you! Everything mentioned in this article can be accomplish in a couple of hours every day.
Internet Marketing While Using RSS (Page 1 of 2)
RSS? Internet marketing? Why and how?
You probably have seen RSS several times in the course of your internet surfing. What is RSS? RSS is a XML file format for syndicating content and news on the web. RSS stands for Really Simple Syndication or Rich Site Summary; syndicating means republishing an article that comes from another source such as a website.
Simply stated, RSS is a means of publicizing updates about any website. It may or may not include a summary and/or photos of the latest posting. Other than content, you can also attach multimedia files, like videos or pictures. Those that do provide summaries (thus Rich Site Summary) allow any user to skim through the article so that they could decide later on if they want to access the website source. The RSS feed usually contains both the title of the actual update as well as the link to the website source.
How exactly does RSS work?
To be able to use RSS, you first have to download software (content management system), so that the XML format can be read. The title, and excerpt of the actual article, and a link to the full article are shown.
For users to access any particular RSS feed, they will need to use a feed reader or an aggregator or a of some type. An aggregator searches for updates on RSS-enabled webpages then displays it. It can either be a standalone application or a web browser type extension, depending on your operating system.
What exactly are the real benefits of RSS?
1. It gives you the latest updates as soon as it comes out.
2. It gives the power of subscription to the user.
3. It saves on surfing time by helping the surfer to decide on which items to prioritize when reading or browsing the net.
4. It can be used as a powerful advertising or marketing tool.
5. It cuts down on the clutter in your inbox.
6. It is spam free and since RSS does not make use of your email address to send updates your privacy is kept safe from spam mails.
7. Unsubscribing from an RSS feed is hassle-free.
What exactly are the drawbacks of RSS?
1. Since it is a new technology, many sites still do not support RSS.
2. Graphics and photos do not appear in all RSS feeds.
3. Some users prefer receiving email updates over an RSS feed.
4. Publishers cannot determine how many users are subscribed to their feed and the frequency of their visits.
5. RSS feeds create higher traffic and demands on the server.
6. The identity of the source website can be confusing.
How exactly do I start using RSS?
Basically, there are two things you need: an RSS feed and an RSS aggregator or reader. The RSS feed comes from an RSS-supported website. There are also websites that provide a list of RSS feeds of different websites. An RSS aggregator is what is used to read the RSS feed from the source website. It goes out, scans and collects data on all the latest RSS feeds from the worldwide web.