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More and more authors are publishing books in e-book format. This is changing the way we read. E-books are the future of reading. This guide is going to teach you about e-books. You are going to learn what they are and how to use them. You are also going to learn about some of the benefits of using e-books.
What are E-books
E-books are digital versions of standard books. E-books can be stored on several types of devices, such as computers and smartphones. Now, in the past, you would need to drive to the store to pick up a copy of your favorite book.
If it was a popular book, you had to get there quick before it sold out. As the internet grew in popularity, you no longer had to go to the store to buy books. You could order them online, and they would be sent right to your house.
E-books take this level of convenience a step further. Now, you don't even need to wait for books to be delivered to your house. You can download and use e-books as soon as you buy them. They are available instantly.
How to Use E-books
E-books can be used on computers, smartphones and tablets. You will need an e-book reader to access an e-book. There are several e-book formats out there, but PDF files are the most common. If you want to read an e-book on your computer, simply go online and download a PDF reader. Next, you want to find and download the e-book you want to read. When you double click the PDF file, the PDF reader will automatically open it.
If you want to read an e-book on your smartphone or tablet, go to the app store or play store and find a PDF reader application. Next, you want to download and install the application. You can download PDF files directly from your phone, or you can transfer them to your phone from your computer using a USB device.
Benefits of E-books
There are several benefits to using e-books. The first benefit is convenience. Standard book collections can take up a lot of space in your home. A bookshelf can cover an entire wall. However, an entire library of e-books can fit inside your computer or smartphone. The second benefit of using e-books is portability. It can be difficult to take regular books with you on road trips and vacations. However, you can store e-books on your smartphone or laptop and take them with you everywhere you go. You will never have to be without your favorite books again.
Final Thoughts
All in all, we are going to see e-books continue to grow in popularity. E-books are convenient and easy to use. You can download your favorite book from the internet and read it with a PDF reader application. E-books take up less storage space and are easier to transport. Therefore, e-books make accessing and reading books easier than ever before.
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Editor, 02/04/2016
