Frequently Asked Questions
- What's the best way to view PreViews?
- What is a podcast?
- Do I need an iPod or other MP3 player
to listen to podcasts? - How do I enjoy the podcast feature?
- How do subscribe to PreViews podcasts?
- How do I know which articles include podcasts?
- How do I view a video podcast?
Q. What's the best way to view PreViews?
A. We recommend using the Mozilla Firefox browser. If you don’t have Firefox, you can download it for free at www.getfirefox.com.
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Q. What is a podcast?
A. Podcasting is the method of distributing multimedia files, such as audio or video programs, over the Internet using syndication feeds, for playback on mobile devices and personal computers. The term, coined in 2004, is a blend of the terms "iPod", a popular portable audio device, and "broadcasting."
The term podcast, like 'radio', can mean both the content and the method of delivery. The host or author of a podcast is often called a podcaster. Though podcasters' web sites may also offer direct download or streaming of their content, a podcast is distinguished from other formats by its ability to be downloaded automatically using software capable of reading feeds like RSS or Atom.
Usually a podcast features one type of 'show', with new episodes released either sporadically or at planned intervals such as daily or weekly. In addition, there are podcast networks that feature multiple shows on the same feed.
For more information visit:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Podcast
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Q. Do I need an iPod to listen to podcasts?
A. No. You can hear or view them directly from your browser on PreViews online or download them to your computer.
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Q. How do I enjoy the podcast feature?
A.There are three ways to enjoy this feature:
• Use the content directly from PreViews. The content will load automatically on each podcast page.
• Download individual podcast files. Click the green download icon at the bottom of the PreViews window to save the podcast file to your computer.
• Subscribe to our podcast feed. By subscribing to PreViews Podcasts you can have new podcasts delivered right to your computer without having to visit the web site.
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Q. How do I subscribe to PreViews podcasts?
A. Subscribe via iTunes
Subscribe via other RSS Reader
Need additional help? Visit Podcasts at Penn State
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Q. How do I know which article includes a podcast?
A. Look for the podcast icon, as seen in the icon key to the left. This indicates that the article includes the podcast feature. Click on the icon to continue to the podcast page.
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Q. How do I view a video podcast?
A. The video podcast will load automatically on the podcast page. Press the play button in the podcast window to play the content. If you would like to save the podcast, select the green download button in the bottom navigation menu to save it to your computer.
If you are unable to view the video podcast, you will need to download and install Apple Quicktime. Quicktime is available as a free download.
Download QuickTime http://www.apple.com/quicktime/
Support for QuickTime http://www.apple.com/support/quicktime/
