RSS stands for "Really Simple Syndication". It is a way to easily distribute a list of update notices, and sometimes content to a wide number of people. It is used by computer programs that organize those headlines and notices for easy reading.

RSS is a way to subscribe to a source of information, and get updates delivered to you.

Some commonly mentioned uses are:

• Notification of new courses
• Weather and other alerts of changing conditions
• Notification of additions or changes of course dates