This term is also known as an e-book device and an e-reader. If the definition is used loosely, then the term e-book reader can be used to refer to any device enabling the user to read e-books, including smartphones, PDAs, pocket PCs and tablet computers.
However, the term is more often used to refer to a specific kind of device, which has a special display screen optimized for long hours of reading. Most e-book readers use e-ink displays.
E-ink displays closely mimic the appearance of paper on ink and are less strenuous to the eyes than most LCD or LED displays. They are also practically glare-free and allow the device to be used even under direct sunlight. By: Justin Stoltzfus Contributor, Reviewer. By: Satish Balakrishnan. Dictionary Dictionary Term of the Day. High-Performance Cloud Computing. Techopedia Terms. His podcast Tech It Out aims to break down geek speak into street speak.
While you can buy books for your e-reader or tablet, you also can borrow books for free from your local public library.
Search or browse for a title at your local library and then select Borrow. Find the e-book you've borrowed on your Checkouts page and select Read now with Kindle. Borrow time is up to three weeks, and it will cease to open the day it's due if you didn't extend the loan period. Sign in with your library card info, Facebook or an existing OverDrive account. That's required only once.
Now search for something to read. For older Kobo e-readers without built-in support for OverDrive, follow the Kindle instructions. Download it for free from the App Store for iPhone and iPad or Google Play store for Android, and sign in with your local library card number.
Now you can go to your library's website and find the Downloads , E-Books or Audiobooks section. Reserved books will appear in the Libby app. No app is needed; you'll be able to use your e-reader or a web browser on your tablet or computer. You are leaving AARP.
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However, you can use the case to prop up the e-reader so you don't have to hold it while reading, taking notes or reviewing and marking up documents.
Big e-readers aren't for everybody, but if you like to see a lot of words on a page or bump up the font size, this Kobo e-reader is an appealing option. They're also good for looking at PDF files. Get CNET's comprehensive coverage of home entertainment tech delivered to your inbox. Be respectful, keep it civil and stay on topic. We delete comments that violate our policy , which we encourage you to read.
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