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Atom (feed) facts for kids

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Imagine you have a favorite website, like a news blog or a gaming site, and you want to know every time they post something new without having to visit the site constantly. That's where Atom comes in handy!

Atom is actually two related things that help websites share updates and let people publish content easily. Think of them as special rules or languages that computers use to talk to each other on the internet.

What is Atom?

Atom helps you keep up with your favorite websites. It's like a special messenger that tells you when new articles, videos, or updates are posted. This way, you don't have to check every site yourself.

Atom Syndication Format

The first part of Atom is called the Atom Syndication Format. This is a special computer language, like XML, that websites use to create "web feeds."

  • Web feeds are like digital newspapers that automatically update. They contain the latest headlines, summaries, or even full articles from a website.
  • You can use a "feed reader" app or website to collect all these feeds in one place. Instead of visiting 10 different news sites, you just open your feed reader and see all the new stories from all your favorite sites at once.
  • This format makes it super easy to follow many different sources of information without missing anything.

Atom Publishing Protocol

The second part of Atom is the Atom Publishing Protocol, often called AtomPub or APP. This is a set of simple rules that lets people create and update content on websites using a standard method.

  • Imagine you have a blog, and you want to post a new article. Instead of logging into the website's admin panel every time, AtomPub allows you to use a special app on your computer or phone to write and publish your post directly.
  • It uses HTTP, which is the same system your web browser uses to get web pages.
  • This protocol makes it easier for different software programs to work together, allowing you to manage your online content more smoothly.

In short, Atom helps you get updates from websites and helps you publish content to them, making the internet a more connected and easier place to use!

Images for kids

  • Tiny Tiny RSS English Interface

    User interface of a feed reader

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Atom (formato de redifusión) para niños

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