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[from Matisse’s glossary of Internet terms…]

DEFINITION:

Blog — (weB LOG)
A blog is basically a journal that is available on the web. The activity of updating a blog is “blogging” and someone who keeps a blog is a “blogger.” Blogs are typically updated daily using software that allows people with little or no technical background to update and maintain the blog.

Postings on a blog are almost always arranged in chronological order with the most recent additions featured most prominently.

It is common for blogs to be available as RSS feeds.

See also: Blogosphere or Blogsphere, RSS

Tags: DEFINITION, blog, blogging, blogger, RSS, Blogosphere, Blogsphere

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DEFINITION: RSS is a method for publishing web site content. A person with a Web browser or a Feed reader automatically receives notice of new content on sites they have subscribed to. Note: The term RSS is now being replaced by Webfeed.

BENEFITS: Visitors don’t have to ‘find’ your web site again. Once they have subscribed to your Web feed they are made aware of any changes to your site the next time they look at their Web browser, or Feed reader.

RELATED TERMS: ATOM, WebFeeds, Really Simple Syndication, Feed Reader, Feed Aggregator, XML Feed.

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DEFINITION: Web site traffic is measured in numerous ways. Reported traffic numbers typically include unique visitors and page views for given time period.

BENEFITS: Understanding how your visitors use your web site can help you to fine tune its design and can help you to increase its effectiveness.

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