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- Blogs
- Blogs are web sites consisting of items (blog entries) that may be text, photos, videos, or audio. These items are usually organised in date order with the most recent at the top of a page. Items may be categorised by topics or tags so that they can grouped on more than one page. The items on a page can be read in the usual way through a web browser and also using a newsreader. On this site everyone registered has their own blog. Blog posts are displayed on the front page, in each users' blog, and also on pages relating to topics and tags.
- Buddylist
- To be added
- Categories
- Categories help organise blog entries and other content. When you post a blog entry you can categorise in two ways: choose from a list of fixed topics, or add your own keywords under Tags. You can view topics in the right sidebar, and Tags (to be added).
- Log In
- In order to use the site fully you need to register and then Log in through the LogIn/Register link in the left sidebar. When logged in you will see your Personal menu giving you options to post a message, edit information in about me and see your personal blog items under my blog. If you can see your personal menu - but not Login/Register you are already logged in.
- Login/Register
- This is how you get into the site. In the left sidebar you will see the Login/Register link (if not, you are already logged in and should see your personal menu ... and can skip this until next time). Click Login/Register and you will see a space for your User Name and your Password. If you have these, fill in the spaces, and click Log in. If you have never registered, and want to do so, click Create new account under the Log In button, and follow the instructions. If you have registered, but lost your password, click Request new password and follow the instructions.
- News Feeds
- On this site the items on a page - usually blog entries - are automatically bundled together into what's known as a news feed. These feeds are shown as an icon under Syndicate at the bottom of the left sidebar. Right-clicking the icon allows you to copy a URL (e.g. http://brick.policyunplugged.net/rss.xml) that can be fed into (or subscribed) to a newsreader. Content from the site can then be read in the newsreader without having to visit the site. Feeds can also be fed to an aggregator.
- Newsreader
- A newsreader, feed reader or news aggregatgor is a piece of software or a web site that enable you to view newsfeeds from blogs and other sites offering RSS. See http://www.bloglines.com for a web-based newsreader or wikipedia for a longer explanation http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aggregator
- Password
- In order to use the site fully you need to Log In with a username and password. If you registered for the Bricking it event, you will be sent these. If you are registering yourself, choose a memorable password when you register via Login/Register. You can change it later by Logging In, clicking About me under your Personal menu, then the edit tab and account settings. If you have registered and lost your password, click Login/register in the left sidebar and Request new password.
- Podcasts
- Podcasts are audio files that you can download and play on an iPod or other mp3 player. You will find podcasting under audio in the right sidebar. More at wikipedia http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Podcasts
- Registration
- In order to use the site fully you need to register. If you have already registered for the Bricking it? event, we will enter the basic information in account settings on your behalf, and then email you about how to add your profile and other information. If you are not attending the event, but wish to contribute to this site, see Login/Register.
- RSS
- RSS (Really Simple Syndication) is the technical means by which news feeds work. When available on a blog it allows you to subscribe to the news feed(s) that contain the blog content together with otehr metadata like tags. The main RSS news feed for this site is available under syndicate at the bottom of the left sidebar. Others are shown in the site map (top of the page menu).
- Syndicate
- Syndication is the process of publishing and subscribing to news feeds from a blog or similar site using RSS. News feeds for this site are available under syndicate at the bottom of the left sidebar.
- Tags
- Tags are words that are linked to blog entries and other items so that they can be organised. Unlike topics that are fixed, tags are not. Site users can add any tag they like. Pages with tagged items can be viewed ....(to be added)
- Username
- You need a username and a password to Log In to the site. You will be emailed a username and password if you register for the Bricking It event. In that case your username will be Firstname Lastname. However, if you register yourself through the Login/Register link in the left sidebar, you can choose your own username. Firstname Lastname is fine - or anything else. Either way please fill in your profile when you register.
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