Frequently Asked Questions
- What is an e-Book?
- What are the benefits of eBooks compared to Paper books?
- How are e-books created?
- What is an e-Book reader, and how can I get one?
- What is the difference between Adobe Acrobat Reader and Acrobat eBook Reader?
- How long will it take to download an e-Book?
- Can I print and copy my ebooks?
- Can I return an ebook?
Q:
What is an e-Book? (return
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A: An e-Book, (electronic book), is a digital book that you can
read on a computer screen or a dedicated device such as a Palm or
other handheld computer using an ebook reader.
Q:
What are the benefits of eBooks compared to Paper books?(return
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A: Cheaper than paper books.
Instantly available worldwide - just download the eBook.
Convenient - as you can load several novels onto a portable reading
device.
Quick to download - the average ebook takes only 3-4 minutes.
You can build a whole library of digital books.
eBook reading software is free and easy to download from the internet.
Q:
How are e-books created? (return
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A: There are special compilers such as eBookGold
and E-ditorial used for this
process so they can be read using an ebook reader.
Q:
What is an e-Book reader, and how can I get one?(return
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A: A reader is a kind of free software that must be installed on
your computer to which you download your e-Book in order to read
it. Ebooks are most popuplar in two formats, PDF for Adobe eBook
Reader, and LIT for Microsoft Reader. The PDF ebooks can be read
on PC’s and laptops, the LIT can be read on PocketPC hand held
devices, PC’s and laptops. You can instantly download any of
them for free by clicking here.
Q:
What is the difference between Adobe Acrobat Reader and Acrobat
eBook Reader?(return
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A: Adobe have two difference products with very similar names. The
original Acrobat Reader program is more commonly known. The eBook
Reader was developed from the Glassbook reader, when Adobe took
over from Glassbook.
Q:
How long will it take to download an e-Book?(return
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A: The download time depends on the size of the e-Book you choose
and the speed of the modem in your computer.
Q:
Can I print and copy my ebooks?(return
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A: It is possible but to protect copyright, publishers establish
their own guidelines for how much of their ebooks can be printed
or copied. This means that these permissions will differ from book
to book. Please check the permission on each ebook you download.
Q:
Can I return an ebook?(return
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A: Due to the nature of electronic products, once a book has been downloaded
we cannot issue a refund. In case you encounter any technical difficulty,
please contact our friendly support team by email at
