Google describes Google Alerts as a “content detection and notification” service. Think of it as a search service that does searches on a scheduled basis and sends you the top results that have changed since the last search. I would describe it as an RSS system based on the entire web and not sites that you specify. It is a great way to follow topics over time.
Google alerts (https://www.google.com/alerts) works like this. From the Google address (provided to the left), you enter a term you want to follow and then set parameters using the pencil icon associated with that term. You can see I have multiple alerts working.
The settings provided by selecting the pencil icon will bring up a sample listing that will be provided. You can use this sample to make adjustments to your settings. My demo search was for Minecraft
At the interval you specify, the content found will be sent to the email address you provide. You will need a Google account.
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