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| Podcasting: The NEXT BIG THING on the Internet |
The word "podcasting" is used often around the internet these
days, although many people are still not exactly clear on just what
a podcast is! Simply put, a podcast is a blog (web log) that is
made available in audio format. The audio portion is a standard
MP3 file that contains a program or "show" that can be created by
anyone. Think of it as a radio talk show that can be transmitted
from a computer.
The podcast transmission uses Real Simple Syndication (RSS)
technology. It may seem complicated but, as the name implies, it
is actually fairly simple. There are many resources available to help
people learn how to record and set up a podcast. The step-by-
step instructions are easy to follow. In fact, with just a few easy
to learn skills, some low-cost (or free) computer programs, and the
basic computer equipment and internet connections that you
probably already have, YOU can create a podcast and host your
own show.
In addition to setting up a podcast, you'll also want to provide a
written blog that offers helpful, supplemental text for your podcast
material. For example, you may briefly mention a topic in your
podcast and then tell your listeners: "For more information on this
topic, please see the web site." In this way, you can expand the
amount of information your subscribers receive from your
transmission.
When you have set up a blog and website, anyone with an
internet connection can subscribe to your show. Listeners will use
an RSS "aggregator," such as Doppler or Ipodder. Both of these
are FREE downloadable program that allow others to subscribe to
any podcast of interest. They're easy to set up and can be pre-
configured to check for new podcast updates at set intervals. In
this way, a subscriber doesn't have to be "tuned in" to your
podcast at a certain time; he can just receive notice of an update
that is automatically downloaded to his computer and then listen
to it at his leisure. Subscribers listen to these files just like their
music files, using Windows Media Player, iTunes, or any other
similar audio program that is compatible with MP3 files.
Needless to say, the topics of a podcast are limitless. For example,
maybe you have a special interest (even expertise) in fly fishing.
What a great idea to have a podcast devoted to the art and
adventures of this great sport! You can share techniques, stories,
and even take live calls during pre-set transmission times.
Podcasting offers you the opportunity to become a true "internet
personality."
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