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adapted from "Fergilicious" by //Fergi//.

 =Del.icio.us =

**What is it? **
[|Del.icio.us] is a popular social bookmarking site that allows Internet users to store all of their saved websites online. Internet users can use del.icio.us to keep links to all of their favorite websites (without using "favorites" which are housed on only one computer). By using del.icio.us, favorite bookmarks are available for viewing on any Internet-enabled computer. These favorite bookmarks can be shared with family, friends, and the del.icio.us network.

Searching with del.icio.us saves the user time and energy because everything in del.icio.us is someone's favorite that they've already searched, tagged, and made available for others to use. Information is organized using **//tags//** that the user creates to identify the category that they think fits the site. These tags are able to be searched and browsed by the public and users can even subscribe to others' bookmarks. This creates a powerful social network of bookmarks for all to share. Check out this link for more information [|about del.icio.us].

For an overview of Del.icio.us, let's watch this short video (3:25) from [|Common Craft], Social Bookmarking in Plain English.

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**What is a tag? **
A tag is a word that YOU, the user, give to save a site. It simply describes your bookmark. You can give a site as many tags as you would like. For example, you might find an article on how to train dogs. You could tag it with //dogs training poodles// or whatever other tags you might want to use to find it again. Try this [|del.icio.us help page] for more help with learning about tags.

**What we'll be doing... **

 * 1) Setting up a [|Del.icio.us] account.
 * 2) Search for something that interests you. Enter keywords in the search box at the top of the Del.icio.us page.
 * 3) Review the results and begin browsing. Things to notice: additional tags used, number of other people who have tagged the site (pink boxes), usernames of those who have tagged the sites, related tags.
 * 4) Explore the results -- click a tag, a related tag, a username, a pink "saved by other people" box. Try right-clicking the link and selecting "open in new tab" or "open in new window". That way, you won't lose your delicious results.
 * 5) When viewing a particular user's saved sites, explore the tag list on the right side of the page. Add related tags by clicking the + next to the tag. Switch between cloud and list views. Switch between alpha and frequency order.
 * 6) Search and browse around, and see what you can figure out about how delicious works and how it may be helpful to you.

**Register**
Let's explore [|Del.icio.us.] Click on the link and follow the directions to open an account. All screen shots are from Del.icio.us.com. 1. How to register for an account: 2. Once you see the next screen, you should go ahead and install the buttons. After you do, you will see this screen: 3. The next screen shows you how to allow the buttons. 4. Ok, now click the button to restart Mozilla. When you do, it will take you through several pages regarding your buttons and your favorites. You do NOT have to import your favorites. You can go back and do that later so feel free to click "no." Take your time and read through it and you will come to your "hone - quick tour" page.

**Tag it!**
1. You are now ready to use your tag buttons. Once you have searched and clicked on a few sites, pick a couple to "tag." Use the button at the top of the page and the site will automatically be added to your delicious account. Don't forget to save!!!

2. Where did all of my tags go? 3. Explore your tags. As mentioned in the above screen, click on the pink sections to see other users who tagged these links. Click on some of the "taggers" on the right to see what else they might have tagged and notes about the particular site (see below).

**Bundle Your Tags**
Bundling your tags helps you to keep your bookmarks organized. At the bottom right of "your bookmarks" page, you will see a button for "bundle tags." Click this button and then follow the directions below.

**Help Button**
Remember the help button is your friend. Use it to discover ways to network your bookmarks with other people who also use Del.icio.us, how to upload your computer favorites to your Del.icio.us account, and to learn how to use advanced tools and toys. Enjoy and happy tagging!