Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What
is an eBook?
What
eBooks are available?
What
equipment is required?
How
do I register to borrow eBooks?
How
do I access netLibrary to search for titles and checkout eBooks?
What
is an eBook?
An eBook is an electronic version
of a printed book. eBooks are available on the internet in a variety of
formats. The Levittown Library has
access to a collection of eBoooks made available by netLibrary,
an
online, digital Library.
What
eBooks are available?
Through a comprehensive venture
involving the Nassau Library System, its member libraries, and
netLibrary.com, you have
access to approximately 1500 copyrighted titles. In addition, you will
have access to 1400 public domain
titles such as The Complete Works of William Shakespeare.
What
equipment is required?
To view this collection of eBooks
you need a computer that is connected to the internet; and you need to
have a browser such as Netscape
Navigator or Internet Explorer installed on your computer.
How
do I register to borrow eBooks?
Levittown Library patrons
MUST
REGISTER FROM A COMPUTER AT THE LIBRARY. Patrons can
register themselves or may request
the assistance of a Librarian.
1. Use the browser
to connect to the Levittown Library's Home Page at
http://www.nassaulibrary.org/levtown.
2. Click on the
link to netLibrary.
3. Click on "create
an account."
4. You will be
asked to supply the following information during registration:
CLICK ON THE netLIBRARY LOGO
TO REGISTER.
