Week 2 Reponse

Responding to week 2 readings, the article “What is Podcasting?”. The article is quite interesting as it is able to provide an insight in the progression of internet usage over time. The article emphasizes that the visually appealing aspect of being able to browse the internet, especially Podcasting. The evolution of Podcasting is able to provide entertainment “on the go”, as it is short video clips that are viewable on many video playing devices making Podcasting a mobile/portable form of visual entertainment. Podcasts are downloadable content, which is easily accessible and convenient for its viewers.

Podcasting employs the use of RSS (Really Simple Syndication) system, which is user-friendly as it allows newly created Podcasts to be syndicated and distributed instantly onto the internet, which is easily accessible to the rest of the world via download. The RSS system promotes the sharing of ideas and knowledge to the rest of the world via internet, extending the boundaries of technology. Its simplicity is what makes it so popular to the rest of the world. By allowing simple access to Podcasting content, attracting audiences is definite, with more people participating in the online community, more potential Podcasts are made.