RSS (Really Simple Syndication) is a standardized format allowing websites to publish frequently updated content that users can subscribe to and receive automatically. RSS feeds deliver headlines, summaries, and links from news sites, blogs, and other frequently updated sources to feed reader applications. Instead of visiting multiple websites, users receive updates from all subscribed sources in one place. Government agencies and municipalities may offer RSS feeds for news releases, council meeting notices, and service updates. While less prominent than in earlier internet eras due to social media's rise, RSS remains useful for systematically monitoring multiple information sources without relying on social media algorithms.