What is a Blog?

A blog is:

1. short for “web - log”;
2. an interactive website that is frequently updated;
3. a source of news, commentary or opinion;
4. similar to an online journal;
5. a collection of text, images and links to other blogs and resources;
6. a record of the discussions held by visitors to the site.

By the end of 2007, there were more than 100 million active blogs!

Why Should You Start a Blog?

Blogs are:

• a fun way to communicate with other people;
• a great way to keep all of your ideas, photos, links and discussions organised;
• a cheap and easy alternative to long-distance phone calls;
• a record of your progress and eventual completion of a project or event.

For some examples of successful blogs, check out:

1. Technorati
2. MyBlogLog
3. Blogflux: TopSites