What is a blog?: Difference between revisions
(1st entry - Darshan/Erik) |
(append to 1st entry) |
||
| Line 1: | Line 1: | ||
==Blogging== | ==Blogging== | ||
Blog: A web log, or journal, published online by someone referred to as a blogger (Earthshine). The act of blogging is a relatively new idea in which a blogger posts insight into whatever topic they deem worthwhile, and do so frequently (Earthshine). | '''Blog''': A web log, or journal, published online by someone referred to as a blogger (Earthshine). The act of [[How do I write on a blog?|blogging]] is a relatively new idea in which a blogger posts insight into whatever topic they deem worthwhile, and do so frequently (Earthshine). In simple terms, a blog is a web site, where you write stuff on an ongoing basis (Blogger). | ||
===Breaking Down the Blog=== | ===Breaking Down the Blog=== | ||
| Line 16: | Line 16: | ||
•Trackback and or pingback - links to other sites that refer to the entry | •Trackback and or pingback - links to other sites that refer to the entry | ||
==Why Should I Blog?== | ===Why Should I Blog?=== | ||
"A blog gives you your own voice on the web. It's a place to collect and share things that you find | "A blog gives you your own voice on the web. It's a place to collect and share things that you find interesting— whether it's your political commentary, a personal diary, or links to web sites you want to remember." (Blogger). You can use a blog to organize your thoughts, publish breaking news, or tug at the hearts of your audience (Blogger). | ||
==How Do I Get Started?== | |||
The roots of blogging began in digital communities taking many forms, including Usenet, e-mail lists and bulletin board systems (Wikipedia). However it is not wise to try the same tactic today with any hope of success. | |||
===Types of Blogs=== | |||
Not all bloggers share the same goal, or intent, when starting up their very first blog. It's best to be familiar with your choices so as to fully understand how you'll be understood by your intended audience. | |||
Understanding that there are more options available to you, here are some popular blog types as shown on [[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Types_of_blogs Wikipedia on Types of Blogs]] | |||
*Business | |||
*Travel | |||
*Online Diary | |||
*Political | |||
*Topical | |||
These common blog types fully cover the spectrum as it exists today, so I encourage these to be your respective starts. | |||
===Blog Publications=== | |||
A variety of different systems are used to create and maintain blogs (Wikipedia). | |||
•Web Applications | |||
•Often times incorporating the use of user friendly web interfaces | |||
•Blog creation tools and blog hosting can be used, often free of charge. | |||
•These services are available through the following: | |||
•Webhosting such as [[http://www.tripod.lycos.com Tripod]] | |||
•Internet Service Providers (ISP): [[http://www.aol.com AOL]] | |||
•Online Publications like [[http://www.salon.com salon.com]] | |||
•Internet Portals resembling [[http://www.google.com Google]] | |||
[[Category:Composition|Blog]] | |||
Revision as of 14:12, 18 July 2006
Blogging
Blog: A web log, or journal, published online by someone referred to as a blogger (Earthshine). The act of blogging is a relatively new idea in which a blogger posts insight into whatever topic they deem worthwhile, and do so frequently (Earthshine). In simple terms, a blog is a web site, where you write stuff on an ongoing basis (Blogger).
Breaking Down the Blog
Courtesy of [Wikipedia on Blogs]
A blog entry typically consists of the following:
•Title, the main title, or headline, of the post. •Body, main content of the post. •Permalink, the URL of the full, individual article. •Post Date, date and time the post was published.
A blog entry optionally includes the following:
•Comments •Categories (or tags) - subjects that the entry discusses •Trackback and or pingback - links to other sites that refer to the entry
Why Should I Blog?
"A blog gives you your own voice on the web. It's a place to collect and share things that you find interesting— whether it's your political commentary, a personal diary, or links to web sites you want to remember." (Blogger). You can use a blog to organize your thoughts, publish breaking news, or tug at the hearts of your audience (Blogger).
How Do I Get Started?
The roots of blogging began in digital communities taking many forms, including Usenet, e-mail lists and bulletin board systems (Wikipedia). However it is not wise to try the same tactic today with any hope of success.
Types of Blogs
Not all bloggers share the same goal, or intent, when starting up their very first blog. It's best to be familiar with your choices so as to fully understand how you'll be understood by your intended audience.
Understanding that there are more options available to you, here are some popular blog types as shown on [Wikipedia on Types of Blogs]
- Business
- Travel
- Online Diary
- Political
- Topical
These common blog types fully cover the spectrum as it exists today, so I encourage these to be your respective starts.
Blog Publications
A variety of different systems are used to create and maintain blogs (Wikipedia).
•Web Applications •Often times incorporating the use of user friendly web interfaces •Blog creation tools and blog hosting can be used, often free of charge. •These services are available through the following: •Webhosting such as [Tripod] •Internet Service Providers (ISP): [AOL] •Online Publications like [salon.com] •Internet Portals resembling [Google]