What is a Blog?
So you've heard about blogs, but what does the word blog really mean? A blog, or Web log is a Web page that serves as a journal or newsletter that can be frequently updated and is intended for the general public or a specific interest group. Blogs are a simple and cost effective method for small businesses to reach their current and potential customers and are the must have tool for any business. The following sites provide a comprehensive overview of blogging basics.
In French only
- Blog on Wikipédia.
- Dossier - Les blogues : un nouveau phénomène de société: File - Blogs- a new phenomenon in society
Want to know what a blog can do for your business?
Ready to start blogging?
Have a Need to Stay Informed? RSS Delivers!
RSS feeds are a way to organize and direct information to you. They're very convenient. There is no drifting from one Web site to another searching for the information that matters to you. RSS feeds bring it all to you in one place, taking the hassle out of staying informed. The following Web sites provide more information on RSS feeds and how they can be used in your business:
- What is RSS? RSS Explained
- RSS feeds: What is a Rich Site Summary (RSS) feed and how can I use it to advantage in my business?
- RSS: What it is, Where to get it, How to make it, How to use it
In French only
- Really simple syndication on Wikipédia
- Qu'est-ce que RSS ? Comment accéder aux flux RSS?
- Manchettes gratuites et RSS
To learn how to use RSS feeds, see our section on Getting Started with RSS Feeds.
Podcasting
Give your business a voice on the Internet through podcasting! A podcast is an audio or video Web feed placed on the Internet for subscription. From a business perspective, podcasts allow you to use the Internet as a broadcasting mechanism to reach more customers. The links below delve deeper into the idea of podcasting and outline how podcasting could benefit your business.
In French only
- Podcasting sur Wikipédia
- Baladodiffusion : Foire aux questions
