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03/08/2010 RSS2SQL
Check out the RSS2SQL script allows you to easily create SQL databases from RSS feeds. The script currently supports the conversion of RSS feeds to MySQL databases.

When using RSS2SQL script the publisher has complete control over the content in the resulting database. Administrators and publishers control which RSS feed fields are used in the database, giving them the flexibility to determine what data is inserted into the database.

03/02/2010 Updated RSS Knowledgebase
Updated RSS Knowledgebase - check out the latest RSS Feeds.

02/23/2010 RSS and FeedForAll News Updated
RSS Scripts Updated
A number of RSS Scripts have been updated. Make sure you download the latest files. http://www.feedforall.com/scripts-directory.htm


FeedForAll Gear
How much do you love FeedForAll and RecordForAll? Get your self some FeedForAll and RecordForAll branded gear.
http://www.feedforall.com/branded-gear/gifts.php


Articles
Pros and Cons of RSS
If you are struggling with the decision of whether to implement RSS feeds or not, consider the following pros and cons for webmasters who use RSS feeds as part of their content and communication plan...
http://www.feedforall.com/pros-and-cons-of-rss-feeds.htm


Blog Mistakes
Blogging has quickly become very common place, and while blogs may be plentiful, many bloggers still make a number of mistakes when it comes to managing their blogs. Presented here are the most common blog mistakes, in hopes that you can avoid making them yourself...
http://www.feedforall.com/blog-mistakes.htm


Twitter for Business
Businesses can use Twitter as a marketing tool in a variety of ways. Many business owners struggle with social media as a marketing medium. At the heart of the most effective social media marketing campaigns is personal communication.
http://www.small-business-software.net/twitter.htm


FeedForAll on Twitter
Follow FeedForAll on Twitter http://twitter.com/feedforall or follow at @feedforall


New Video Tutorials Added
We have compiled a series of videos to assist customers with utilizing various features in both FeedForAll and RecordForAll.

Please check our new videos!
http://www.feedforall.com/rss-videos.htm
http://www.recordforall.com/audio-recording-videos.htm


Expanded Educational Sections
We have also added an educational section to the FeedForAll and RecordForAll websites. The education section contains educational articles, tutorials, videos and other tools maybe helpful.
http://www.feedforall.com/rss-education-center.htm
http://www.recordforall.com/audio-education-center.htm


Top 10 Web Design Sins
Many webmasters repeat the mistakes made by their predecessors. Take a look at these Top 10 most common web design sins. Have you fallen victim to any of these?
http://www.small-business-software.net/top-10-webdesign-mistakes.htm


Green Tip - How to Recycle Cell Phones
Cellular phones and other mobile devices often contain toxic materials that can pollute the environment. The chemicals contained in the cell phones and electronics are harmful to the health of both humans and animals. Cell phones and their accessories contain a large number of hazardous substances known as Persistent, Bioaccumulative, and Toxic Chemicals. Some of the chemicals contained in the PBTs have been known to cause damage to nervous systems, reproductive systems, and developmental systems, as well as causing cancer.
http://www.notepage.net/green/why-recycle-cell-phones.htm


New Video Tutorials
We have compiled a series of videos to assist customers with utilizing various features in both FeedForAll and RecordForAll.
http://www.feedforall.com/rss-videos.htm
http://www.recordforall.com/audio-recording-videos.htm


Digital Sound Effects
Royalty free sound effects for podcasters or broadcasters available for as little as $.99.
http://www.digital-sound-effects.com

02/23/2010 FeedForAll and RecordForAll Branded Gear
Do you love FeedForAll? We have just launched FeedForAll and RecordForAll branded gear.

02/17/2010 RSS Education Center
NotePage, Inc., creators of the popular FeedForAll RSS feed editor and the RSS2HTML script, have launched a new RSS Education Center. The RSS learning center is designed to assist new RSS users, as well as experienced users, in adopting the RSS technology in a meaningful way. The RSS Education Center includes educational articles, video tutorials, RSS tools, and support resources, all in an easy-to-navigate section of the FeedForAll website.

The RSS Education Center is designed to teach the intricacies of RSS feeds and podcasting, in simple and easy-to-understand terms. NotePage, Inc. has always been proactive about RSS education, and assembling these resources in an easy-to-use learning center made sense to further the adoption of RSS and Podcasting. The resource is freely available to all, and can be accessed at http://www.feedforall.com/rss-education-center.htm

02/15/2010 Top 10 Deadly Web Design Sins
Many webmasters repeat the mistakes made by their predecessors. Take a look at these Top 10 most common web design sins. Have you fallen victim to any of these?

Sin #1 - Using Techie-Speak

Many websites fail to communicate in terms that website visitors can understand. Set the technical jargon aside, and use simple language and words that will be easy for your audience to understand. Web copy should be written in simple terms. Also, keep in mind that the Internet audience is global, and using language that is more common and easy to comprehend will often expand your reach, even to include non-native speakers.

Sin #2 - Poor Navigation

Many webmasters fail to provide visitors clear and consistent navigation. Visitors will quickly become frustrated if they cannot easily find the information they are looking for.

Top 10 Deadly Web Design Sins

02/10/2010 Follow FeedForAll on Twitter
Follow FeedForAll on Twitter and YouTube.

02/08/2010 RSS Video Tutorials Launched
NotePage, Inc., developers of the popular FeedForAll RSS feed editor, announced today that it has added educational video tutorials to the FeedForAll website. The video tutorials explain the ins and outs of RSS, podcasting, and the syndication of content on the Internet.

RSS is an acronym that stands for Really Simple Syndication. RSS is the de facto standard for syndicating content on the Internet. Podcasting expands on the RSS concept by adding audio and video elements to the RSS feed.

The video tutorials are designed to assist and educate both experienced webmasters and beginners about RSS feeds and podcasting. Each video tutorial guides the user in a step-by-step manner. The video tutorials are available free of charge, and the topics covered include How To Create A Basic RSS Feed, How To Create An iTunes-Compatible Podcast, How To Create A Video Podcast, Why Use RSS?, How To Optimize An RSS Feed, How To Convert RSS To HTML, and much much more.

The videos can be accessed at http://www.feedforall.com/rss-videos.htm

01/27/2010 Pros and Cons for RSS Feeds
If you are struggling with the decision of whether to implement RSS feeds or not, consider the following pros and cons for webmasters who use RSS feeds as part of their content and communication plan...

Benefits - Pros Of Using RSS
The benefits for a webmaster who opts to implement RSS feeds on their website are numerous:

1. Saves Time
RSS feeds save time. RSS subscribers can quickly scan RSS feeds, without having to visit each and every website. Subscribers can then click on any items they are interested in, to get additional information.

Pros and Cons of Using RSS Feeds

01/25/2010 New Audio Education Center
NotePage, Inc. the publishers of the audio recording software, RecordForAll, has created an audio education center. The audio education center is designed for podcasters interested in audio recording and editing.The audio education center contains a collection of educational articles, video tutorials, and support resources for podcasters.

The Audio Education Center can be accessed at http://www.recordforall.com/audio-education-center.htm

For more information contact, NotePage, Inc. at PO Box 296, Hanover, MA 02339. Phone: 781-829-0500. Fax: 781-582-1869. E-mail: sales@recordforall.com . Internet: http://www.recordforall.com.

About RecordForAll
RecordForAll version 1 requires Windows XP or 32 bit Vista running on a Pentium-class computer. RecordForAll costs $39.95, and may be purchased securely online at http://www.recordforall.com. RecordForAll can also be purchased as part of a podcasting bundle that includes FeedForAll for only $ 69.95. You can download a free fully-functional 30-day trial from the same web address.

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01/11/2010 What is Hot and What is Not in 2010
Top 10 Winners Predicted for 2010
1. Healthy Living
2. The Cloud
3. Savings
4. Simplicity in Design
5. Web Applications
6. Instant and Virtual
7. Portability
8. Energy
9. Green Shopping
10. Security

Top 10 Losers Predicted for 2010
1. Capitalism
2. Health Care
3. Credit Card Companies
4. The Left
5. Acorn
6. Big Government
7. Privacy
8. Super Star Atheletes
9. Facebook
10. Reality...

What is Hot and What is Not in 2010

01/05/2010 RSS Scripts Updated
A number of RSS Scripts have been updated. Make sure you download the latest files.

01/04/2010 2009 Recap, 2010 Predictions
Another year has rolled by marked by miracles, political milestones and tragedies alike. 2009 was the year of financial uproar with bailouts and ponzi schemes dominating the news on a regular basis. Chrysler and GM stalwart car giants struggled to survive. Bernie Madoffs financial pyramid came tumbling down, taking average citizen's retirement plans with it, emptying the coffers of trusting non-profits and celebrities alike.

The United States democratically dominated political landscape juggled health care reform, accusations of death boards, raucous town hall meetings and tea parties from coast to coast. The Swine Flu was quickly renamed H1N1 so that the pork industry would not suffer, and the politicized name change did little to calm pandemic worries.

2009 was also marred by a number of notable deaths. Farrah Fawcett, the charming Charlies Angel, battle with cancer came to an end. The controversial but talented Michael Jackson succumbed to what appeared to be a fatal drug cocktail. Eunice Kennedy Shriver, known for the creation of the Special Olympics, passed on. Ted Kennedy, the patriarch of the Kennedy clan, and another controversial and historic figure, succumbed in his battle against a brain tumor. Walter Cronkite, the most trusted voice in America, died, bringing about the end of an era in journalism. Patrick Swayze who danced his way into our hearts, left us with nothing but sadness over his untimely death.

2009 Reflections, 2010 Predictions

01/01/2010 What Happened with RSS & Podcasting in 2009?
Here is a summary of what happened with FeedForAll and RecordForAll in 2009!

January
Compiled Huge List of RSS Tools
Follow FeedForAll on Twitter @feedforall
Tutorial for Creating Video Podcasts  

February
Compiled Huge List of Podcasting Tools  
RSS Namespaces Explained

April
Large List of Mime Types

June
Green Tips - Added green tips to newsletter. -
Website Review Webinar - Participated in a Webinar

July
Green Policy & Green Efforts
Assisted with the Launch of Digital Sound Effects

August
RSS2HTML Updated

September
New Release of RecordForAll
Launched RSS Education Center
Launched Audio Learning Center

October
Launched RSS Video Tutorials
Launched Audio Recording Video Tutorials
November
Green Efforts and Policies

December
Updated RSS2HTML

12/16/2009 K12 Online Produces FeedForAll ScreenCast
This five minute screencast, recorded with, browser-based screenrecorder Screenr, explains how organizers of the K-12 Online Conference use the software program FeedForAll to update conference video and audio podcast channels. K12 Screenr Podcast

12/15/2009 Blog Mistakes
Blogging has quickly become very common place, and while blogs may be plentiful, many bloggers still make a number of mistakes when it comes to managing their blogs. Presented here are the most common blog mistakes, in hopes that you can avoid making them yourself...  Blogging Mistakes

12/14/2009 Entrepreneur.com Touts FeedForAll
Enabling your website for RSS may seem like a highly technical proposition, but it really is not. Many websites with a content management system, or CMS, have the capacity to create RSS feeds on the fly, as do popular blogging platforms such as WordPress, TypePad, MovableType and Blogger.

To create, edit and publish an RSS feed for your website, consult your site designer or visit FeedForAll.com, where you can download affordable RSS-generating software for a do-it-yourself solution.

From Entrepreneur.com

12/02/2009 Podcasting Bundle
Podcasting Bundle Complete Podcasting Solution

    RecordForAll - records audio content

    - records audio files
    - add music to tracks
    - edit audio files
    - export as WAV, MP3 or WMA
    - edit meta tags related to audio file (ID3)

    FeedForAll - easily creates the coding for a podcast

    - creates podcast feed
    - easily add iTunes tags to podcast
    - auto-publish FTP
    - auto detects file type
    - publishes podcast feed
    - export to HTML or CSV
    - manage unlimited number of feeds
    - automatically repairs incorrectly formatted podcasts and feeds
    - built in wizard for easy podcast creation

11/30/2009 Twitter for Business
Follow us at @FeedForAll on Twitter.

Businesses can use Twitter as a marketing tool in a variety of ways. Many business owners struggle with social media as a marketing medium. At the heart of the most effective social media marketing campaigns is personal communication. Many businesses that try to manage social media may attempt to shout their message, rather than simply engaging with potential customers. Potential customers who are active in social networks will not be receptive to marketing in this fashion. The trick with social media like Twitter is to interact and engage, rather than shouting your message.

Twitter for Business

11/19/2009 RSS News from FeedForAll
Welcome to FeedForAll News.
Welcome to latest news from FeedForAll.

New Video Tutorials
We have compiled a series of videos to assist customers with utilizing various features in both FeedForAll and RecordForAll.
http://www.feedforall.com/rss-videos.htm
http://www.recordforall.com/audio-recording-videos.htm

Expanded Educational Sections
We have also added an educational section to the FeedForAll and RecordForAll websites. The education section contains educational articles, tutorials, videos and other tools maybe helpful.
http://www.feedforall.com/rss-education-center.htm
http://www.recordforall.com/audio-education-center.htm

FeedForAll on Twitter
Follow FeedForAll on Twitter http://twitter.com/feedforall or follow at @feedforall

Digital Sound Effects
Royalty free sound effects for podcasters or broadcasters available for as little as $.99.
http://www.digital-sound-effects.com

Articles
Tips to Optimize Video Podcasts - Part I
It does not matter what you call them: vodcasts, vidcasts, videocasting, or video podcasting... there are a few behind-the-scenes actions you can take to help attract more attention to your video productions. Just like websites, it does not matter how amazing the content is if interested people are unable to find it.
http://www.feedforall.com/tips-to-optimize-video-podcasts.htm

Video Optimization - Part II
The growth of video on the web has exploded in recent years. Competitors will leave you in the dust if you fail to adapt and provide the medium your customers are exploring. Keep in mind that simply having a video is not enough! To make the most of your video content, you should take steps to optimize the video and increase your exposure.
http://www.feedforall.com/video-optimization-part-2.htm

Increase Productivity
Small business owners frequently juggle a variety of roles within their companies. Creating a balance and effectively managing available time is extremely important to most small businesses. In order to economize and make the most of the available time, you should implement a time management plan.
http://www.small-business-software.net/increasing-productivity.htm

Green Tips NotePage Green Efforts
NotePage is an eco-friendly business. In recent years, we have made a number of changes in an effort to become a more environmentally-friendly and conscientious business. Here are just a few of the things that NotePage has done in our effort to become a more "green" business...
http://www.notepage.net/green/notepage-green-efforts.htm

Thank you for your continued interest, suggestions and support for the FeedForAll Product line.
FeedForAll team

11/18/2009 Video Optimization - Part 2
The growth of video on the web has exploded in recent years. Competitors will leave you in the dust if you fail to adapt and provide the medium your customers are exploring. Keep in mind that simply having a video is not enough! To make the most of your video content, you should take steps to optimize the video and increase your exposure.

Video Optimization - Part II

11/16/2009 Google More Than Just a Search Engine
The architects of the most powerful search engine in the world have included some really handy algorithms in their service, which allow searchers to quickly locate particular and specific types of information...

1. Definitions
In order to quickly find the definition of a word, simply type "define: word" in the search box. Google will then provide the definition of the word.

2. Area Codes
Enter a US telephone area code in the URL box to see a map of the area covered by that telephone area code.

Google Is More than Just a Search Engine

11/11/2009 Rate RSS Videos
Rate the collection of RSS and Podcasting Videos on YouTube.

11/09/2009 Search Engine Optimization Myths
A myth is a traditional story, idea, or explanation which is widely accepted, but actually untrue or unproven. Misconceptions can also be described as modern-day myths. When it comes to Search Engine Optimization (SEO), the myths and misconceptions are abundant. We will try to dispel some of the more common Search Engine Optimization myths here... Search Engine Optimization Myths

10/26/2009 Time Management Tips
Managing your time and using it wisely is a journey, and not something that can be easily mastered overnight. Implementing a plan will help, but it is not going to be a sure cure. Time management requires a significant amount of self-discipline.

Here are some tips to assist you with time management... Time Management Tips

10/21/2009 Dreamweaver of RSS
FeedForAll is called the Dreamweaver of RSS by blogger.

10/06/2009 New Audio Recording Videos
Collection of educational Audio Recording Video Tutorials

10/02/2009 New Audio Education Center
Educational tutorials and audio recording tips for podcasters.

Audio Education Center

09/30/2009 Tips to Optimize Video Podcasts
It does not matter what you call them: vodcasts, vidcasts, videocasting, or video podcasting... there are a few behind-the-scenes actions you can take to help attract more attention to your video productions. Just like websites, it does not matter how amazing the content is if interested people are unable to find it.

Tips to Optimize Video Podcasts

09/23/2009 FeedForAll News Posted
Welcome to latest news from FeedForAll.

New RecordForAll
A new version of RecordForAll is now available. The new version is available for download. http://www.recordforall.com

New Video Tutorials
We have compiled a series of videos to assist customers with utilizing various features in both FeedForAll and RecordForAll. Please check our new videos!
http://www.feedforall.com/rss-videos.htm
http://www.recordforall.com/audio-recording-videos.htm

New RSS2HTML
Updated RSS2HTML Script has been updated. The updates are minor and improve the RSS2HTML scripts functionality.

New Educational Section
We have also added an educational section to the FeedForAll and RecordForAll websites. The education section contains educational articles, tutorials, videos and other tools maybe helpful.
http://www.feedforall.com/rss-education-center.htm
http://www.recordforall.com/audio-education-center.htm

FeedForAll on Twitter
Follow FeedForAll on Twitter http://twitter.com/feedforall or follow at @feedforall

Articles
Hallmarks of a Good Podcast
There are many, many things that separate a good podcast from all the rest. Here are a few to consider...
http://www.feedforall.com/hallmarks-of-a-good-podcast.htm

Sound Effects: The Power of Audio
Sound effects are often used to compliment and enhance artistic presentations, whether they be podcasts, videos, or other audio visual productions. Royalty-free sound effects are typically non-exclusive and can be used by anyone who purchases them. Professional sound effects can give a podcast or production a more professional sound. However, many new producers may not realize that sound effects have copyrights, and in many cases it is illegal to use a sound effect that you happen to find on the web without properly licensing it.
http://www.feedforall.com/power-of-audio.htm

Tips for Business Podcasting
Regardless of the size of your business, or whether your company is public, private, a government agency, or a non-profit... there is little doubt that you should consider podcasting. Podcasting is a 21st century medium, and has proven that it is far more than just a passing fad.
http://www.feedforall.com/podcasting-for-businesses.htm

Re-Using Content
Repurposing content is not a terribly new concept. Webmasters that picked up on the trend have benefited from traffic surges for a while now.
http://www.feedforall.com/re-using-content.htm

Increase RSS Feed Subscribers
Growing subscribers of your RSS feed will expand your reach. Put the appropriate effort into marketing your RSS feed, so you can increase adoption and spread the message contained in the RSS feed.
http://www.feedforall.com/increase-rss-feed-subscribers.htm

Green Tips
NotePage recognizes that all businesses can have a direct or indirect impact on their local, regional, and global environment. As a result NotePage, Inc. has developed a Green Policy in order to minimize their environmental impact.
http://www.notepage.net/green/notepage-green-company.htm


Thank you for your continued interest, suggestions and support for the FeedForAll Product line.
FeedForAll team

09/22/2009 Launched NEW RSS Education Center
Learn the intricacies of RSS feeds and podasting in the RSS Learning Center. The RSS education center includes video tutorials, educational articles, and other RSS resources.

09/21/2009 RSS Educational Videos
We have created a number RSS Video Tutorials to assist customers to learn the intricacies of RSS feeds and podasting with RSS and Podcasting Videos.

09/15/2009 New Version RecordForAll Released
NotePage, Inc. is pleased to announce the release of RecordForAll. RecordForAll is an easy to use commercial podcasting solution. RecordForAll allows for publishers to record audio files, edit sound files, and add effects. RecordForAll can be used by podcasters or other types of audio producers to overlay tracks, create fades, and add background music or effects to their audio productions.

The RecordForAll software gives the user the ability to record, store and import all types of audio recordings. Recordings can be easily labeled and organized. While RecordForAll has a lot of functionality it is still very easy for beginners to use. Simply drag and drop audio clips, to create a podcast show sequence. Edit clips by simply highlighting or overlaying segments. Audio clips can be individually managed allowing podcasters to make each clip shorter, longer, softer or louder.

RecordForAll supports basic mixing, cropping and track splitting, which makes the editing process simple even for beginning podcasters. Finished productions can be saved as an MP3,WAV or WMA file format. RecordForAllis an all-in-one recording studio that assists users in recording, editing and mixing their podcasts, resulting in professional podcasts even for beginners.

RecordForAll can be used in conjunction with FeedForAll, an easy to use RSS feed creation software, to publish all kinds of podcasts, including podcasts that are compatible with iTunes Music Store.

09/11/2009 Never Forget 9-11

09/09/2009 Green Business Tips
Businesses that are going green are becoming more and more commonplace. Regardless of your political beliefs or opinions regarding the global warming concept, few can argue that being environmentally aware will leave the world a better place. Whether a company is simply jumping on the green bandwagon, or are honestly sensitive about environmental issues is really irrelevant. Consumers like green businesses, and shaping your business to promote being "eco-friendly" makes sense from a public relations standpoint.

Green Business Tips