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06 June 2006

Podcasting - Stay Ahead in Podcast Race

Podcasting is a way of distributing files, for example or audio broadcasts, using or syndication across the These can then be played at any time on a computer or mobile device. The term like radio, can mean both the content and the method of delivery. Podcasting has become a massively popular way of listening to downloaded tracks on the move, and it is rare to see anyone under the age of 40 walking without an earpiece playing favourite music on an to help the journey along.

The opportunity for webmasters is to offer direct download or streaming of their files; a podcast is distinguished by its ability to be downloaded automatically using software that reads RSS or Website owners need to learn about the potential of this new medium, or risk being left behind.

entrepreneurs who are on the look out for the next opportunity have found their target in this new trend. Podcasting opens up opportunities for any webmaster or blogger to make these look easy:
* Create information products without writing one word
* Make regular podcasts to a membership group or optin list
* Store podcasts on the web for visitors to hear at any time
Podcasting is like making a radio broadcast to the world, and it is about to become a key element in website content. The good news is that podcasting is not surrounded by complex technology or rules and regulations. There is no licence required, unlike radio broadcasting. Podcasting requires no expensive equipment – a simple microphone is enough. Even a home based business can start podcasting, recording their contributions and oploading an MP3 file to the server in the same way as any other web content. Finally, the software can be obtained for free.

Adrienne Davis has a tell-all guide to podcasting, showing how to profit from podcasts. "Podcasting Made Easy" is ready for you right now (by instant download).

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