RSS feeds-a whole new world!

I didn’t realize RSS feeds existed. This seems like a convenient way to keep track of information, but I think using an aggregator like Google Reader is a lot more useful if you’re someone who habitually checks multiple websites a day. As someone who checks one email address and CNN.com, it seems a bit much to use something like Reader. I found it a little difficult to navigate at first, but once I played for awhile it got much easier, and I do like that one Google account works for all of their services.
Adding a feed to Reader was a bit convoluted, as there are many conflicting RSS “standards” among different websites and it took opening multiple pages to add one feed, but it all worked out in the end. Using the live bookmark feature (particularly with Firefox) was easier, but you have to be on your own computer for it to do any good.

I had a lot of trouble finding blogging feeds until I tried Technorati—it has definitely become my favorite searching method.

A central aggregator could be extremely useful for a library, if utilized properly. A staff-accessed account could keep track of information patrons commonly ask about (ie weather, local news and events, new book publications, etc.).

I’ll definitely recommend using RSS feeds to friends of mine who are habitual internet junkies!