Blogs
A blog (a contraction of the term "Web log") is a web site, usually maintained by an individual with regular entries of commentary, descriptions of events, or other material such as graphics or video. Entries are commonly displayed in reverse-chronological order. "Blog" can also be used as a verb, meaning to maintain or add content to a blog.
Many blogs provide commentary or news on a particular subject; others function as more personal online diaries. A typical blog combines text, images, and links to other blogs, web pages, and other media related to its topic. The ability for readers to leave comments in an interactive format is an important part of many blogs.
Blog examples: 1 2 3
Time Magazine's 2009 25 Best Blogs
YouTube: "Blogs in Plain English" (2:58)
Blogger
Blogger is a free blog publishing tool from Google for easily sharing your thoughts with the world. Blogger makes it simple to post text, photos and video.
YouTube: "How to use Blogger by Chris Abraham" (7:29)
Vox
Vox is a free personal blogging service.
Blogging is fun again. With powerful privacy controls and hundreds of beautiful designs, Vox is a great place to build your online neighborhood. Add seamless integration with popular web services like Flickr and YouTube, and we think you'll agree that...
Vox makes sharing your life with friends and family, easy, safe, and fun.
WordPress
YouTube: "WordPress Tutorial" (7:56)
To get started with Blogging, try Blogger.com or WordPress.com. To see how these work, check out the YouTube videos belowhttp://www.time.com/time/specials/packages/0,28757,1879276,00.html