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According to Wikipedia, podcasting is defined as the
distribution of audio or video files, such as radio programs or music
videos, over the Internet using either RSS or Atom syndication for
listening on mobile devices and personal computers.
A podcast is a web
feed of audio or video files placed on the Internet for anyone to
download or subscribe. Podcasters’ websites also may offer direct
download of their files, but the subscription feed of automatically
delivered new content is what distinguishes a podcast from a simple
download or real-time streaming.
Usually, the podcast features one type
of “show” with new episodes either sporadically or at planned intervals
such as daily, weekly, etc. Additionally there are podcast networks that
feature multiple shows on the same feed. For additional information
about podcasting and ITunes U please visit our
FAQ.
Podcast Creation
There are various methods by which podcasts can be
created. Portable recording devices simplify the process and are
available on loan from cit. For more information about creating an
publishing podcasts please visit our
Podcast Creation Guide.
iTunes U
Villanova on iTunes U was released on Thursday,
October 19th, 2006. This collaborative initiative between Villanova
and Apple Computer, Inc. Villanova iTunes U is service that is accessed
through Apple's popular iTunes interface. Users of iTunes U can
subscribe to and download content to their PC or MAC. For portability,
Students, Faculty and Staff on the go may also sync their content to an
iPod player or other portable MP3 device. |
