RSS Plugin

RSS is an abbreviation for Really Simple Syndication. Its basic function is to distribute frequently updated digital content. This information is disseminated via a feed, which can then be subscribed and viewed by means of a program called an aggregator. Over the years since RSS was first introduced, it has become increasingly popular. So much so that many of the newer web browsers have the aggregator built into them. You can find additional information about RSS at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/RSS(file_format).

Now some of you may have remembered when we first installed e107 and viewed our front page that the RSS menu was active and we deactivated it. We are going to go back and reactivate that menu item in a minute but first we want to install the RSS plugin from our core plugins.

Installation

Select Plugins | Plugin Manager from the administrator toolbar or the Plugin Manager icon from the administrative interface. Now install the RSS plugin. Select configure and you will...