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Download eBook Reader Software

For PC and Mac:

For mobile devices: 

Access e-Books

  • Locate the e-Book you want in the library by typing in key words into Search our Collections.
  • Use "Refine my results" under the active filters
  • Click on the title of the item 
  • Click on the link under "View it"
  • Choose to read online or download a chapter or more depending on the download limits

 

Printing, Copying and Pasting

Limited printing, copying and pasting is permitted on most e-Book titles. These limits are set by publishers.

  • As a general rule, 10% or one chapter can be printed. 
  • Limits vary between books. Contact the library if you have questions.

Saving

Digital rights management means that restrictions are placed on users:

  • Where saving is permitted there may be page limits.

Troubleshooting

Issue Solution
Library subscription limits number of simultaneous users Try again later
Some eBooks take a long time to load because of their file size Keep your browser open
Your computer settings do not comply with system requirements Enable cookies in your browser
The eBook doesn't load Try clearing your cache
Cannot access eBook off campus A firewall may be affecting your access

 

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