About RSS

RSS – which stands for “Really Simple Syndication” – is a way of summarizing web site information and distributing it as a data feed. An RSS feed delivers headlines and summary information to a feed reader (or “news aggregator”), which can be clicked to view full details on a web site.

Feed readers / News aggregators

To view Carswell RSS feeds, you will need a feed reader (or “news aggregator”).  There are many free feed readers available for download that allow you to read your RSS subscriptions. 

Some common feed readers are listed below*. Visit the web sites to download a reader and find out how to subscribe to RSS feeds.  Most Internet browsers also have built-in feed readers.

·         Google Reader

·         Bloglines

·         My Yahoo Reader

·         FeedDemon

*Carswell does not endorse any particular reader.

Subscribe to an RSS feed

Please consult the feed reader web site or application for specific instruction on adding RSS feeds. The general process for adding RSS feeds is described below: 

1.     Copy the web site address (also known as the URL) of the RSS feed you would like to follow
example: http://feeds.feedburner.com/newlypublished

2.     In another browser window, open and sign in to your RSS reader

3.     In your RSS reader, look for a button or link to “Add” or “Subscribe to” a new RSS feed

4.     When prompted for the address(URL) of the new feed, paste the web site address of the feed you have copied to your clipboard, and submit your request

You are now subscribed to automatic RSS updates from the feed you have selected.