What Is RSS?
RSS (Rich Site Summary or Really Simple Syndication)
is one of the newest information technology formats
being used today by news and data
Web sites to distribute updated content quickly and
regularly. It is an XML-based format that provides
a convenient way for users to keep up with the latest
headlines from their favorite sites without having
to visit each one of them to see what's new. You
will usually find the 
logo
on sites that offer RSS Web feeds.
How Will I Use NASA STI RSS Web Feeds?
NASA STI RSS feeds are updated daily and contain headlines that access citations and abstracts of the most recent additions to the NASA Aeronautics and Space Database in the specific subject areas listed below. When available, citations will link to other sites for access to the full-text document. NASA sites will allow free access, while others may require payment or site membership.
What Do I Need to Get Started?
You need only two things to get started using the NASA STI RSS Web feeds:
- Feed Reader – A feed reader, or news aggregator, is a special browser that reads XML/RSS files. We found that the browser from Feedreader.com (Windows platform) is easy to use, but you can choose any of a variety of products for your platform (some of which are free) that can be found from a search on the Internet. After you download and install the reader software, look for its tools, properties, or options and set your personal display preferences, including how often you want the reader to check your feeds for updates and how to notify you when they are available.
- Feed URL – Below is a list of current NASA STI RSS Web feeds. Simply right click on the XML logo and choose "copy shortcut" (Windows) or "copy link" (Mac). (If you left click on the logo, you may see the raw XML file open in your Web browser, but you can copy the feed URL from the browser's address bar.) Go to your feed reader and add a new feed. When a dialog box asks for the URL, press the Control and v keys on your keyboard (Windows and Mac) to paste the URL you copied from the XML logo or browser. You can now access the feed and receive updates automatically.
Current NASA STI RSS Web Feeds
New NASA STI
New NASA STI Report Series
Use this form to leave feedback or ask a question regarding the NASA STI RSS Web Feeds. We also welcome your suggestions of other subject areas for future feeds.
If you need to contact us by mail, phone, or fax, please use the following:
STI Help Desk
NASA Center for AeroSpace Information
7115 Standard Drive
Hanover, MD 21076-1320
Phone: 301-621-0390
Fax: 301-621-0134
