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Charles Petty asked:


Why You Should Rate YouTube Videos You Watch

Do you regularly find yourself visiting the YouTube website to watch fun, exciting, and vividly entertaining videos?  If not, you will want to do so, as you will likely find yourself enjoying everything that YouTube has to offer.  If you are already a YouTube visitor, do you currently rate the YouTube videos that you watch or leave comments to the video submitter?  If not, you will want to think about doing so, as there are a number of reasons as to why you should, as well as benefits to doing so. 

Perhaps, the greatest reason as to why you should rate a YouTube video that you watched or even leave comments to the YouTube member that uploaded it is because it gives the YouTube member in question something to feel good about.  YouTube gives any internet user, someone just like you, the ability to make, upload, and share their videos.  There are some YouTube members who put a lot of thought, time, and hard work into making each and every one of their videos.  Hearing that someone liked their video, whether it be through positive comments or feedback ratings, is likely to make them feel good about themselves.  In a way, you could think of leaving YouTube comments or giving YouTube video ratings as doing your good deed for the day.

Another one of the many reasons as to why you should rate all YouTube videos that you watch or even leave comments is because it lets other YouTube members know what you like.  When it comes to making a YouTube video, there are many YouTube members who spend hours searching for videos that are highly rated or ones that are constantly being talked about.  They want to make a video that they know will be looked at or talked about, as it ups their exposure.  Therefore, rating YouTube videos can actually benefit you.  The more you rate your favorite YouTube videos or discuss them, the more likely you will be to find similar natured videos appear in the future, giving you a never ending source of entertainment.

To rate YouTube videos or to discuss them, you must be a member of the YouTube community.  This involves registering for a YouTube account.  The good news about doing so is that it is relatively easy to do, not to mention free.  All you need to do is enter in a little bit of personal information about yourself, like your name, location, birth date, and gender and create login information for yourself.  Once you do so you can start rating YouTube videos or discuss them with other YouTube members.

If you would like to rate any YouTube videos that you watch, whether you like them or not, you will need to register with YouTube, as stated above.  You do not need to register with YouTube to watch videos on the site, but you must have an account if you would like to rate movies that you watched or discuss them.  As previously mentioned, there are a number of reasons as to why you should do so, as well as a number of benefits to doing so.  That is why you will want to take a few minutes to register for a free YouTube account.  In addition to being able to rate or discuss videos, you will also find yourself gaining access to a number of other neat YouTube features.



Joe

Charles Petty asked:


Are you one of the millions of internet users who enjoy watching free videos on YouTube?  If you are, the thought of creating your own YouTube video may have crossed your mind; has it?  If so, you may be wondering whether or not you should make your own YouTube video and then upload it to the YouTube website.  When making your decision, it is advised that you can examine the pros and cons of doing so.

When it comes to making your own YouTube video, there are a number of cons or downsides to doing so.  Perhaps, the biggest downside to making your own video and then uploading it to YouTube is that you are essentially sharing the video with the whole world.  Many individuals mistakenly believe that their videos will only be seen by YouTube members, but that isn’t the truth.  Any internet user, even those without a YouTube account, can view videos on YouTube.  In fact, it is not uncommon for YouTube video viewers to email a YouTube video link to those that they know. Therefore, the views that your YouTube videos may get may be more than you ever expected or wanted.

Since any video that you upload to the YouTube website can be viewed by just about anyone with an internet connection, you may want to be careful with the amount of information that you disclose.  For instance, if you are doing a video blog, you might not want to give your real name or at least not your full name.  It is also important that you don’t mention where you live.  If you want, you may want to outline the state that you reside in, but never give the city or town, especially if you disclose your name.  You will want to try and refrain from giving any personal information to any YouTube member, even those who send you personal messages asking for information. As with most online website, YouTube can be a dangerous place, but you should be able to stay safe as long as you stay aware.

Although there are a few downsides or cons to uploading your videos to the YouTube website, there are also a number of pros or plus sides to doing so.  One of those pros is ease of use.  Even if you consider yourself to be unskilled with computers, you should still be able to make, upload, and share your video or videos on YouTube.  In all honesty, all you need is a video recording device, like a camcorder or a webcam, and a movie editing software program, which now comes standard with most computers.  Once you have your video on your computer and edited, if you wish to do so, you will just need to follow YouTube’s step-by-step uploading instructions and then your video should be ready for sharing, in as little as a few minutes. 

Another pro to using YouTube to share your own videos with other internet users is uses.  Although a large number of internet users use YouTube videos for fun or for personal reasons, there are many others who use them for business or at least to up their exposure.  You need to remember that millions of internet users watch videos on YouTube.  While your YouTube video will be unlikely to get one million views, you could get quite a bit.  Whether you are advertising your services, like as a website designer or an online actress, you can do so through YouTube.  The only thing that you will want to do is try to not take the spam approach.  If you are advertising yourself as a website designer, try taking a few videos of you making a website or use your video to explore websites that you have made. Simply adding your business information at the end of the video is a great way to get your point across, but without making your YouTube video seem as it is an advertisement.

As you can see, there are a number of advantages and disadvantages, or pros and cons, to making your own YouTube videos.  As stated above, it is advised that you use your best judgment.  Of course, you can post a video on YouTube if you want to do so, but just make sure that you are doing so safely.



Shamar

ali khan asked:


heard of YouTube before? If you like surfing the internet, there’s a good chance you have. The only question is have you ever visited the site before YouTube? If not, you have to do, like YouTube, is not only fun and exciting but also fun. As you probably know, YouTube is an online video hosting and sharing site. Internet users, as you can not only watch videos online, but can also be downloaded. Perhaps that is one of the many reasons YouTube has grown so much in town. With an unlimited number of videos to choose entertainment, Internet users are sure to find something they like on You Tube. In fact, it is one of many reasons why you should visit YouTube, especially if you have not already. What is good is that YouTube is a free site. If you are interested to upload your own videos for YouTube or just watch the videos of others, can do so for free. We encourage you to register with YouTube, which is also free to do so, but you arent required to do so. Despite not being obliged to register for a YouTube account, which is always invited to do so, because there are a number of advantages for a free membership YouTube. One of these advantages is the ability to rate videos on YouTube and leave comments for video owners. Now, if you are interested in uploading their videos on YouTube, it is relatively easy. Of course, you should take the time to review the rules and restrictions YouTubes before you post your videos online, but once you’re ready to begin the process is easy. If you have yet to create a video, you need a video recording device. After the video, you need to load on your computer, where you can edit if you wish. When the video is ready, just follow YouTubes step by step instructions and the burden that should be good to go. If you prefer not to transfer your videos to YouTube, May you only want to see videos of other YouTube members who have made online. The good news is that it is relatively easy to do. If you wish, you can browse through all videos published on YouTube. If you are looking for something in particular, can also search on YouTube video. For example, if you want a video that deals with pets, you want to perform a search on YouTube with the word animal. Once you find a video you want to view, simply click on the video to open it and start playing the video. As mentioned above, if you register as a member of YouTube, you can leave comments and rate each video on YouTube to see. As indicated above, YouTube is a fun, entertaining and easy to use website, if you are only interested in online video, which makes them, or both. To join the fun, you want to visit the Web site YouTube, where havent already done so.

Maverick

asked:


I am trying to get my videos out there on youtube, but no one wants to watch what i have, so i ask you. What is the kind of movies that one could make that you would watch and comment(good comments, not bad) on or possibly favorite?

Alexandro

Michelle asked:


I just want to know HOW and WHY youtube videos get removed. Like they’ll say either: this video has been removed due to terms of violation, or youtube will delete the sound of the video. How does this happen??? I don’t get what they mean when they say that you have property not recognized by wmg, or something like that, or why they remove your video due to terms of violation. Does it get removed right away or at any random time?

Jayden

Charles Petty asked:


Do you enjoy watching videos on YouTube?  If you do, have you ever thought about making your own YouTube videos?  While making a YouTube video may seem like a complicated process, it actually isn’t one.  YouTube makes it so easy for you to upload your videos that the hardest part isn’t actually uploading them, but making them.

When it comes to making a YouTube video, one of the biggest problems a person has, especially a first time YouTube video maker, is deciding what type of video they should make.  Of course, you have the option to make whichever type of video you want, within YouTube’s guidelines of course, but there are a few video pieces that you may want to closely examine, as they are great for beginners. 

One of the most popular video types currently found on YouTube are video blogs.  Video blogs seem as if they are taking over traditional, printed blogs.  Instead of venting about their day in print, many bloggers are now getting in front of the camera.  Video blogs are easy to make, as you pretty much just summarize what is going on in your life.  Of course, you need to keep safety in mind, when making a YouTube video blog.  If you want to outline your day, week, or month for other internet users to see, you will want to do so without giving up too much information about yourself, like your full name, address, or phone numbers.

Another one of the most popular video types currently found on YouTube are comedy videos.  Comedy videos tend to include standup comedy, skits, as well as comedy sketches.  If you have aspirations to be a comedian or even if you and your friends just like being funny, you may have the makings of a great YouTube video.  Of course, if you are making a comedy video that involves other people, like your friends, you need to make sure that they know that you are planning on uploading the video to YouTube, for the entire world to see. 

If you would like to create a more serious YouTube video, one that may be used for informational purposes only, you may want to think about creating a how-to video or a do it yourself (DIY) video.  These types of videos are great for first time YouTube video submitters.  If you are interested in creating a how-to video, you will want to make a video on something that you enjoy or one of your hobbies. For instance, if you like making your own candles, you may want to think about making a YouTube video or multiple video segments on how to do so.

If you enjoy playing video games, you may also want to make a YouTube video about them.  As it was previously mentioned, there are a large number of first time YouTube video submitters who prefer making videos about something that they know or love.  If you have an old video game or even just a traditional, vintage board game, you may want to make a YouTube video on it. Your video could include information on the history of the game or even tips on how to play it, and so on. 

As you can, there are an unlimited number of video pieces that you can create for yourself and a large number of them are perfect for your first YouTube video.  If you are looking for more information on popular YouTube videos, you are urged to examine the YouTube site. You can easily examine a video’s popularity by looking at its ratings or by seeing how much it is being discussed.  Examining currently posted YouTube videos is a great way to give you ideas.  It is also likely to up your chances of making a YouTube video that will be popular; one that will be watched or one that will be talked about.

The decision as to what YouTube video you want to post as your first one is yours to make, but you may want to think about starting out small. After you have tested the waters, you can move onto bigger and better YouTube videos, should you wish to do so.



Eddy

Charles Petty asked:


Do you enjoy using the internet as a source of entertainment?  If you do, there is a good chance that you know what YouTube is.  In fact, you may even be an active member of the YouTube community, as millions of internet users are.  With so many YouTube member and site visitors, there are many individuals who wonder what exactly it is about YouTube that makes it so popular.  If you are one of those individuals, you will want to read on to figure out just why.

Perhaps, the greatest reason why YouTube is so popular is because all that you can do on the website.  For instance, if are looking for entertainment, you can choose from an unlimited number of YouTube videos, many of which you are sure to love.  If you want to do more than just watch YouTube videos, you can even make your own.  YouTube allows all registered member to post an unlimited number of videos on their website.  Whether you want to create a video blog, a comedy skit, or an educational video, you can easily do so.

Another one of the many reasons why YouTube is so popular is because it is free to use.  Any internet user can simply visit the YouTube website and start viewing videos. Although it is advised that you register for a free YouTube account, isn’t required to watch YouTube videos. With that in mind, however, if you would like to rate videos or leave comments and upload your own videos to YouTube, you will need to register for an account with YouTube.  As previously mentioned, registering for a YouTube account is free and it will only take a few minutes of your time.

When it comes to uploading videos onto YouTube, it is relatively easy to do.  That is another one of the many reasons why YouTube is so popular.  Even those with a minimal amount of computer experience can make and share videos on YouTube.  All you really need is a video recording device, such as a cell phone with video recording capabilities, a camcorder, or a webcam.  Most computers already have movie editing software programs installed, but you only need to use movie editing software if you would like to edit your video before sharing it with the YouTube community. When it comes time to upload your videos, you just need to follow YouTube’s uploading instructions and then your videos should be available for viewing within minutes.

As for watching videos on YouTube, it was stated above that you have an unlimited number of YouTube videos to choose from.  This is another one of the many reasons why YouTube is so popular.  No matter what you like, whether it is romance, comedy, or educational pieces, you should be able to find whatever you are looking for on YouTube. Popular YouTube videos include video blogs and comedy skits.  Finding videos to watch is easy as well.  YouTube allows you to browse through all of their videos or you can perform a YouTube search to find something in particular. 

If you have yet to give YouTube a glance, you are urged to do so. Whether you want to watch videos or make your own, you can do so.  When visiting YouTube you will likely like what you see.  After all, YouTube has millions of visitors; therefore, they must be doing something right.



Carson

Michael T asked:


I open a Google account. Using that account, I created a YouTube acount. I deleted the Google account, but the YouTube account remains open. I am unable to login, and Google/YouTube will not give me any answers as to how I validate myself or go about recovering or closing the account.

Roman

Brad Christopher asked:


YouTube Videos Pull In Real Money



Christopher Capozziello for The New York Times

Michael Buckley, YouTube host, at home in Connecticut.

By BRIAN STELTER

Published: December 10, 2008

Making videos for YouTube — for three years a pastime for millions of Web surfers — is now a way to make a living.



Michael Buckley quit his day job in September. He says his online show is “silly,” but it helped pay off credit-card debt.

One year after YouTube, the online video powerhouse, invited members to become “partners” and added advertising to their videos, the most successful users are earning six-figure incomes from the Web site. For some, like Michael Buckley, the self-taught host of a celebrity chatter show, filming funny videos is now a full-time job.

Mr. Buckley quit his day job in September after his online profits had greatly surpassed his salary as an administrative assistant for a music promotion company. His thrice-a-week online show “is silly,” he said, but it has helped him escape his credit-card debt.

Mr. Buckley, 33, was the part-time host of a weekly show on a Connecticut public access channel in the summer of 2006 when his cousin started posting snippets of the show on YouTube. The comical rants about celebrities attracted online viewers, and before long Mr. Buckley was tailoring his segments, called “What the Buck?” for the Web. Mr. Buckley knew that the show was “only going to go so far on public access.”

“But on YouTube,” he said, “I’ve had 100 million views. It’s crazy.”

All he needed was a $2,000 Canon camera, a $6 piece of fabric for a backdrop and a pair of work lights from Home Depot. Mr. Buckley is an example of the Internet’s democratizing effect on publishing. Sites like YouTube allow anyone with a high-speed connection to find a fan following, simply by posting material and promoting it online.

Granted, building an audience online takes time. “I was spending 40 hours a week on YouTube for over a year before I made a dime,” Mr. Buckley said — but, at least in some cases, it is paying off.

Mr. Buckley is one of the original members of YouTube’s partner program, which now includes thousands of participants, from basement video makers to big media companies. YouTube, a subsidiary of Google, places advertisements within and around the partner videos and splits the revenues with the creators. “We wanted to turn these hobbies into businesses,” said Hunter Walk, a director of product management for the site, who called popular users like Mr. Buckley “unintentional media companies.”

YouTube declined to comment on how much money partners earned on average, partly because advertiser demand varies for different kinds of videos. But a spokesman, Aaron Zamost, said “hundreds of YouTube partners are making thousands of dollars a month.” At least a few are making a full-time living: Mr. Buckley said he was earning over $100,000 from YouTube advertisements.

The program is a partial solution to a nagging problem for YouTube. The site records 10 times the video views as any other video-sharing Web site in the United States, yet it has proven to be hard for Google to profit from, because a vast majority of the videos are posted by anonymous users who may or may not own the copyrights to the content they upload. While YouTube has halted much of the illegal video sharing on the site, it remains wary of placing advertisements against content without explicit permission from the owners. As a result, only about 3 percent of the videos on the site are supported by advertising.

But the company has high hopes for the partner program. Executives liken it to Google AdSense, the technology that revolutionized advertising and made it possible for publishers to place text advertisements next to their content.

“Some of these people are making videos in their spare time,” said Chad Hurley, a co-founder of YouTube. “We felt that if we were able to provide them a true revenue source, they’d be able to hone their skills and create better content.”

In a time of media industry layoffs, the revenue source — and the prospect of a one-person media company — may be especially appealing to users. But video producers like Lisa Donovan, who posts sketch comedy onto YouTube and attracted attention in the fall for parodies of Gov. Sarah Palin of Alaska, do not make it sound easy. “For new users, it’s a lot of work,” Ms. Donovan said. “Everybody’s fighting to be seen online; you have to strategize and market yourself.”

Mr. Buckley, who majored in psychology in college and lives with his husband and four dogs in Connecticut, films his show from home. Each episode of “What the Buck?” is viewed an average of 200,000 times, and the more popular ones have reached up to three million people. He said that writing and recording five minutes’ worth of jokes about Britney Spears’s comeback tour and Miley Cyrus’s dancing abilities is not as easy as it looks. “I’ve really worked hard on honing my presentation and writing skills,” he said.

As his traffic and revenues grew, Mr. Buckley had “so many opportunities online that I couldn’t work anymore.” He quit his job at Live Nation, the music promoter, to focus full-time on the Web show.

There is a symmetry to Mr. Buckley’s story. Some so-called Internet celebrities view YouTube as a stepping stone to television. But Mr. Buckley started on TV and found fame on YouTube. Three months ago, he signed a development deal with HBO, an opportunity that many media aspirants dream about. Still, “I feel YouTube is my home,” he said. “I think the biggest mistake that any of us Internet personalities can make is establish ourselves on the Internet and then abandon it.”

Cory Williams, 27, a YouTube producer in California, agrees. Mr. Williams, known as smpfilms on YouTube, has been dreaming up online videos since 2005, and he said his big break came in September 2007 with a music video parody called “The Mean Kitty Song.” The video, which introduces Mr. Williams’ evil feline companion, has been viewed more than 15 million times. On a recent day, the video included an advertisement from Coca-Cola.

Mr. Williams, who counts about 180,000 subscribers to his videos, said he was earning $17,000 to $20,000 a month via YouTube. Half of the profits come from YouTube’s advertisements, and the other half come from sponsorships and product placements within his videos, a model that he has borrowed from traditional media.

On YouTube, it is evident that established media entities and the up-and-coming users are learning from each other. The amateur users are creating narrative arcs and once-a-week videos, enticing viewers to visit regularly. Some, like Mr. Williams, are also adding product-placement spots to their videos. Meanwhile, brand-name companies are embedding their videos on other sites, taking cues from users about online promotion. Mr. Walk calls it a subtle “cross-pollination” of ideas.

Some of the partners are major media companies; the ones with the most video views include Universal Music Group, Sony BMG, CBS and Warner Brothers. But individual users are now able to compete alongside them. Mr. Buckley, who did not even have high-speed Internet access two years ago, said his YouTube hobby had changed his financial life.

“I didn’t start it to make money,” he said, “but what a lovely surprise.”

Posted by Brad Christopher at 8:47 PM



Duncan

RANDALL D asked:


How do sites like youtube design their own video player bars and that and the color red loading and the little dot and the play button for embeding videos? I’m not looking for really expencive computer programs though but as long as i can get a free trial somewhere on the internet, how do sites like that design videos like that?

Kameron