What is a blog? What is Blogging?

Do you know what a blog is? If not, don’t worry. In this post I will tell you exactly what a blog is.
The word ‘blog’ is a short word for web-log. It is basically a website that is frequently updated with content such as commentary, description of events and other materials such as video, images, audio etc.
Blogs are usually operated by a single individual who is known as a blogger. Bloggers typically use a blog to express themselves on any topic they wish. Topics include fashion, technology, music, health, sports etc. Topics are only left up to the blogger’s imagination.
Bloggers usually are people who enjoy writing and freely expressing themselves. Many people worldwide have made blogging their day jobs as it can provide a good stream of income. Many bloggers monetize their blogs through avenues such advertisement for other online businesses, selling affiliate products, selling eBooks, selling music etc. Don’t worry if you may not understand how they do this as I will show you step by step how they do it and how you can too.
A blog can also be used to promote both an offline and online business if used effectively. Blogging does time a lot of work and patience before it can be at a level where it can become profitable. Blogging is actually one of the most popular ways to make money online.