What is a blog?
Well for starters you are currently reading one. Be In The Know is an example of a blog and there are millions across the World Wide Web. A blog is an information based or journalistic website on which diary-like posts are added. Blogs can be updated several times a day, once a day, weekly, monthly or even less often.
Blogs usually focus on a very niche area. For example, a blog may write articles about books, cycling, technology, gardening or even about a film or TV show.
A blog is set up and run by someone known as a blogger. Some blogs may have several bloggers contributing to it or may invite people to write a guest post. People choose to start blogs because they have something they want to talk to people about. This may be an issue they are passionate about or a topic they are interested in. Some celebrities or businesses may have their own blog where they discuss some of their current news or projects.
Why subscribe to a blog?
Subscribing to a blog means you will be notified by email when a new post appears. You can also follow blogs on social media and share their articles. Choosing to subscribe to a blog means you will never miss a new article. It is also a good way of showing your support.
Following a blog can help you learn more about a topic you are interested in. Some blogs, especially those that are established, reputable and known for good quality content, are also accepted as a source for essays or schoolwork.
If you are a university/college student you might want to consider signing up to a few blogs that talk about your subject. This could be a great source of information and real-life examples for your essays or coursework.
