Downloading eBooks
All of the eBooks in the Library collection can be read online without having to download them. Downloading is beneficial when you want to save an eBook to read off-line at a later time.
Note that not all of our eBooks are downloadable, it is dependant on the publisher or the database containing the eBook. Some of our eBook databases require you to setup a personal account while others require the use of an App.
How To
To download eBooks from any EBSCOhost eBook database, you need:
- a Personal User Account account which is separate from your Library account
- Adobe Digital Editions installed on your device
Look for the Full eBook download button located at the top of the screen and click on it to start the process.
For step by step instructions, watch the video below.
The Ebook Central app is used to read books downloaded from Ebook Central. The Library's Ebook Central catalog is not available to browse directly from the app. You will need to find the book on the web-based platform first, and download from there for offline reading in the app.
To download eBooks from eBook Central, you need:
- to be signed into your Library account
- 7-digit registration code
Look for the Download Book button located on the left hand side of the screen and click on it to start the process.
Use the link below to view step by step instructions.
To download eBooks from O'Reilly, you will need:
- to be signed into your Library account
- to have the O'Reilly app installed on your device
The O'Reilly app can be downloaded from iTunes and Google Play.
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O'Reilly - Apple AppTake O'Reilly online learning with you wherever you go, and put the knowledge of experts and the skills to stay ahead of business and technology trends in your pocket
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O'Reilly - Google AppTake O'Reilly online learning with you wherever you go.
Quick Links
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How to Find eBooksStep-by-step guide on searching for eBooks in our collection.
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How to Cite eBooksInstructions with examples for citing eBooks.
Find eBook Databases
Use the list below to find and select a database in our collection containing eBooks
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