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RSS - Really Simple Syndication |
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What Is It?
RSS refers to a particular type of web content written in XML
coding language. RSS allows you to subscribe to specific
information on a site and obtain automatic notification when it's updated.
RSS buttons commonly use this graphic:

The Workers' Compensation Commission web site provides an RSS feed for
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How Do I Use RSS Feeds?
The process for setting up an RSS feed is relatively simple and
inexpensive. The first step is to choose an RSS reader. An RSS reader is
a small software program that collects and displays RSS feeds.
Most Internet browsers, such as the current versions of Internet
Explorer, Firefox and Safari have built in RSS readers. If you’re using
a browser that doesn’t currently support RSS, there are a variety of RSS
readers available on the web; most are free to download but others may
be purchased.
Each reader has a slightly different way of adding a new feed or
“channel”. Be sure to follow the directions for your specific reader via
the browser "Help" > RSS.
Generally, here's how it works:
Click on the link or small RSS button near the feed or on page that you
want. The news or information in the feed will display in your
browser's RSS reader. Select "Subscribe" and follow any on screen
instructions. The RSS feed will start to display and regularly
update the headlines for you. |