From a practical standpoint, it doesn't mean much. However, it is an excellent way to understand why using RSS or ATOM Feeds to publicize your blog makes sense. These web feeds are the crucial component of web syndication. Unfortunately, it can be a bit overwhelming to get your mind around these concepts. If you are the kind of person that is still struggling with programming your VCR, comprehending web syndication may be a stretch. Thus, I thought I would break it down for you.
Think of it this way! Many years back Oprah Winfrey was a local talk show (your blog) in Chicago. The viewing audience (your readers) was limited to the areas that show was promoted in. However, Oprah's goal was bigger than just the Chicago market. So, the show was recorded (RSS feed) and sent out to a bunch of TV stations (RSS Aggregators / Syndicators) across the nation in hopes that other stations (Newsreaders ) would pick up the show. As more stations picked up her syndicated show, her audience grew.
Hopefully, this enlightens you as to the purpose of syndicating your blog. If your blogging on ActiveRain, it automatically supplies both an RSS and ATOM feed. Look for the Chicklet 
. Click the chicklet and copy the URL from the address bar in your web browser. You are now ready to submit your feed. You will need to follow the direction on these sites to submit the feeds. If you are using another blogging site, you will have to search the help system to find out how to activate your RSS/ATOM feed.
As to not reinvent the wheel, there are many good sites that provide information on RSS feeds.
I like http://www.rss-specifications.com/ .
Check out there list of places to submit your RSS feed. http://www.rss-specifications.com/rss-submission.htm
Good Luck!
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