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RSS, which stands for Really Simple Syndication, is an easy way to keep up with your favorite news and information. An RSS feed contains headlines, summaries and links to news stories and incident information within InciWeb. Feeds are accessed by clicking the subscription link on the page. If you use Firefox you can add feeds using the button the address bar.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RSS?
RSS stands for "Really Simple Syndication." It is a standard format used to share content on the Internet. Many web sites provide RSS "feeds" that describe their latest news and updates.

What are RSS Readers?
RSS readers are small software programs that aggregate RSS feeds and display the information. They allow you to scan headlines from hundreds of sources from a central interface on your computer.

Where can I get an RSS reader?
You can use an online RSS reader, which will work any web browser, or you can download software that runs on your computer. Some RSS readers are free, and some are available for a fee. Some browser are equipped to read RSS feeds with out any additional software. Use your favorite search engine to locate a reader that will work for you.

How Do I Use the InciWeb Feeds?
Each reader has a slightly different way of adding feeds. In most cases, here's how it works:

  1. Click the subscription link on the pages you'd like to monitor.
  2. From your browser, copy the URL that appears in your browser's address bar.
  3. Paste that URL into your reader. The RSS feed will start to display and regularly update the headlines for you.

How can I use RSS?
You can use RSS to review updates from InciWeb without having to visit the site. You will always have the latest information because your RSS reader will periodically retrieves InciWeb RSS feeds automatically.

What are the terms of use?
InciWeb RSS feeds are provided free of charge for commercial, non-commercial use by individuals or organizations.

Can I display InciWeb feeds on MY WEB SITE?
Yes, InciWeb feeds may be displayed on your web site.