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YouTube: Why It Is So Popular

Saturday, November 15th, 2008


Each year, it is seems as if something new appears on the internet. The problem is that fads, also known as trends, come and go. Although it is difficult for a particular internet activity to stay popular for a period of time, there is one that seems to be doing well and it doesn’t show any signs of fading. That is the use of online videos, namely YouTube.

Online video websites are defined as online websites that post videos.  Once a video has been loaded onto the website, it can easily be found and viewed by thousands, if not millions, of internet users.  In addition to allowing internet users to view online videos, many video websites also give internet users the option to create, upload, and share their own videos.

As previously mentioned, YouTube is one of the most popular online video websites. In fact, it is so popular that when asked about video sites many individuals automatically respond with YouTube. Whether you have used the services offered by YouTube or not, you may be wondering what is so great about the site.  What is it that makes millions of interest users view it, some on a daily basis.  The answer isn’t as simple as you may think. This is because there are a number of different reasons why YouTube has become so popular.

One of those reasons were mentioned above, online video websites give internet users the ability to make, load, and share their own videos with the rest of the world.  This is something that is literally amazing.  Millions of individuals have a good idea or thought that they would like to document or share, but many are unable to do so without the assistance of YouTube. After you have created your own video, you can easily have it uploaded, often in as little as a few minutes.

In addition to being able to create your online videos, you can also view those that others have created. What is nice about YouTube is that they accept a wide variety of different videos, all on different topics, issues, and subjects.  On YouTube, you can find videos focusing on pets, entertainment, sports, cars, and comedy. One of the few restrictions that YouTube has is that videos must be no longer than ten minutes. This means that you could enjoy a video while taking a short break at home or at work. It is also nice that you are not required to listen to boring advisements, as many other online video websites require you to do.

Perhaps, the greatest reason why YouTube is so popular is because it is free.  Yes, free.  This means that you can not only watch as many videos as you want, without having to pay a thing, but you can also make and share your own.  Although YouTube is free to use, they do request that you register with them.  This registration is also free.  Despite being optional, the registration will give you access to other YouTube features, including the ability to rate videos that you have recently watched.

In addition to being free, YouTube is also popular because it is easy to use. You do not have to be an experienced internet user to enjoy online entertainment. With easy to use categories and search features, you should be able to find and watch online videos that peak your interest, without having to spending hours or even days familiarizing yourself with the website.

YouTube: What Is It?

Saturday, November 15th, 2008


If you are an active internet user, there is a good chance that you have heard of YouTube before. Despite the popularity of YouTube, there are many individuals who are actually unsure as to what it is.  If you are one of those individuals, it is advised that you start figuring it out.  Otherwise, you could be missing out on one of the best online experiences, ever.

YouTube is what is known as an online video website. Video websites are websites that allow internet users to make, upload, and share their videos with other internet users.  Many of the videos found on YouTube are homemade videos, made by everyday individuals.  The videos are streamed, which allows for the quick loading and playing of them.

Perhaps, what is best about YouTube is that it is a free service. There are a fairly large number of online video sites; all of these sites operate in different ways. When speaking of usage, there are a many online sites that charge you to become a member and others that charge you to watch certain videos. According to their website, YouTube is completely free.  You can not only watch videos made by others, but you can make your own and have access to a number of different YouTube features, without having to pay a thing.

If you are interested in just seeing what YouTube has to offer, you can easily do so by visiting their online website.  That website can be found by visiting www.youtube.com.  Once at YouTube’s main webpage, you can automatically begin searching for videos to watch.  To watch videos, you do not necessarily have to register with the site, but it is advised.  By registering with YouTube, you should be able to save your favorite videos, rate them, leave comments, and much more.  Also, once you register, you should be able to make your own videos and upload them to the site.

When it comes to finding videos to watch on YouTube, you will find that it is not difficult at all.  With a simple keyword search, you should be provided with videos matching the keywords that you searched with.  In addition to performing a standard search, you should also be able to browse through the videos that are hosted on the site.  You can browse through videos by highest rankings, most comments, most views, and most linked. All of these videos are ones that have, most likely, generated the most internet buzz.

While YouTube is a great place to watch all different kinds of videos, it is important to keep one thing in mind.  YouTube is used by a large number of internet users.  In fact, it can easily be considered the most popular online video website. This means that different individuals with different views and beliefs will be posting homemade videos.  YouTube does regulate the videos that are hosted on their site, but it is possible that you may take offense to the videos that you see.  Although it is difficult to determine what a video’s content will be by the video title, you are advised to avoid videos with titles may that cause you some concern.

Remember, if you are interested in seeing what the buzz is all about, you are encouraged to go visit www.youtube.com.  With a wide variety of different videos available and the ability to make your own, you are sure to find something that will make your visit worth while.

Why You Should Rate Videos You Watched Online

Saturday, November 15th, 2008


As the internet continues to rise in popularity, so does the number of activities that you can participate in online.  Online, you can shop, play games, listen to music, and watch videos.  If you are looking for a fun, but relatively inexpensive way to enjoy the internet, you should examine online video websites.

Online video websites are websites that allow you, an internet user, to watch the videos that they have posted. Depending on the video website in question, many websites have a wide variety of different video types. These video types often include homemade videos, celebrity interviews, popular television shows, as well as music videos.  Despite the fact that not all online video websites are the same, there is something that you will find similar between them all. That is the ability to rate videos.

For ages, rating systems have been used to track what television watchers like to watch and what shoppers like to buy. Now, thanks to online video websites, especially those that allow you to rate their videos, you can also make your points known online.  Unfortunately, not everyone takes advantage of these rating systems, even though they should.  This is largely due in part to the fact that many internet users do not think that it is worth the time to rate the online videos that they have just finished viewing; however, this simply is not true.

Perhaps, the best reason for rating the videos that you watched online is that it may make the video owner proud, especially if they are “normal,” individuals who are just experimenting with a camera.  Even professional video makers, such as the ones who make music videos, want to hear feedback on their work.  With an online rating system, this could be done in as little as a few seconds.  Depending on the online video website in question, you should quickly be able to rate a video, literally without even having to think about doing so.

It is also a good idea to rate the videos that you have watched online, especially if you liked them a lot.  As previously mentioned, a large number of individuals make their own videos. These videos are often considered homemade movies because they are often made from home and with common camera equipment.  Although many individuals make an online video, there are many who decide not to make another.  By giving an online video you watch a positive rating, you will be letting the owner know that you liked their work. If they receive enough positive responses, there is a good chance that they will continue to make videos; thus providing you with more entertainment.

In addition to stating that you liked or disliked an online video, it is important that you rate the videos that you watch online, well for ratings.  Despite what you may think, ratings are actually used. Many online video websites, including YouTube and Google Video, rank their videos. The order of those rankings is often a result of viewer ratings.  This means that if you do take the time, which should only be a few seconds, to rate an online video, you could be helping to make that video more popular.  Many online video websites display their top ranking videos right on their main page.  How cool is that?

It isn’t amazing what a simple click of a mouse could do?  As you can easily see there are a number of benefits to ranking online videos, especially ones that you enjoyed watching.