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CEO: Eric HeuzeCFO: David Aziz
SONY
KindleOther eBook Makers:AppleMicrosoftPanasonicBeBookIrexBookeen
What is an eBook Reader and What is its Purpose?An eBook Reader is a device used to display eBooks to be viewed by
people.An eBook is an electronic version of a traditional print book.Supports HTML files but is not a web browserAllows the HTML document to fit the screen with the user’s desired layout and font.
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Hardware and Software Involved in Making eBooks and readers Work
HardwareProcessorMemoryHard DriveSpeakersDisplayUSBMotherboardWiFi Adapter
SoftwareMicrosoft ReaderAdobe ReaderBookReadereMonocle ReaderHiEbook ReaderMentoract Reader
Operating SystemsWindows MobileMac OS XLinuxPalm
eBook Readers are relatively secure devicesSecure eBooks have extra requirements
oLatest reader software requiredoStops sharing with other devicesoEncrypts files and ties them to a single device
TheftDownloading unwanted books and content
oBe vigilant!Credit Card Information
oCompanies should delete after using
Copyright InfringementCracking / Altering SoftwareCredit Card FraudData MiningCustomers not getting what they paid for
•Selection Error•Bugs•Compatibility Issues
People already spend enough time on computersWhy can’t laptops possess eBook reader functionsVery costlyHasn’t been adequately promoted
Saves timeSaves paper / Good for the environmentPossible to transport hundreds of readings at a timeResource AccessibilityWorks well in different environmentsEasy to use
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ie=UTF8&keywords=sony+ebook&tag=googhydr-20&index=aps&hvadid=1101835181&ref=pd_sl_9j8gv3ajtm_e
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