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Podcast
FAQ
Q. What is a podcast?
A. Podcasting is a term used to describe a
collection of technologies for automatically distributing audio
programs over the Internet using a publisher/subscriber model. It
differs from earlier online delivery of audio or video because it
automatically transfers the digital media files to the user's
computer for later use. Podcasting enables independent
producers to create self-published, syndicated "shows."
The digital programs can be listened to on the users computer or
transferred to an MP3 player, such as an iPod (tm).
Any digital audio player or computer with audio-playing
software can play podcasts. Podcast feeds have been used to
deliver video files as well as audio, and other media such as
photographs and text are transferable by podcast. The term
"Podcast", however, still refers largely to audio
distribution (see the alternate
technical definition).
Q. What is RSS?
A. RSS, meaning Rich Site Summary (or “Really
Simple Syndication”), is a format that allows the
syndication of lists of hyperlinks, along with other information,
that helps listeners decide whether they want to follow the link.
It is an alternative means of accessing the vast amount of
information that now exists on the world wide web. This is the
basic technology behind podcasting. Instead of the user browsing
websites for information of interest, the information is sent
directly to the user.
Q. How do I add this podcast?
A. Copy and and paste the following URL in an RSS
aggregator (see recommended podcasting software below) when
subscribing to this podcast feed:
http://davie.tv/DavTV/audio/TruexCast.xml
Q. Recommended Software???
Ziepod
(free podcast receiver & player)
Highly recommended. Individual episode information
clearly displayed. Download status is less clear.
DopplerRadio
(free podcast receiver & player)
iPodder/Juice
(free podcast receiver & player)
Recommended. Easy to use. Built in directories.
Clear download status. Episode information not
as clearly set out.
Winamp
(free media player)
Don't pay the man for software (or use Microsoft -tm- Media Player)
when this program can be had for free. Highly recommended.
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