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How to use Library eBooks

ProQuest eBook Tips

Full Text options for ProQuest Ebook Central

There are three ways to access the text of most ProQuest books:

  1. Read Online is the easiest option.
  2. Download Book will require downloading a free third party software.
  3. Scroll down to Download PDF or Read Online chapters. # of page downloads depends on title. Resets after 24 hours.

Initial eBook page with download options highlighted

Availability: 1, 3, or Unlimited

The initial page of the eBook will indicate how many copies we have. That initial page will also indicate how many pages you are allowed to print or download from the eBook, which will vary for different books.

Unlimited User Access eBooks

Any number of K students can access an unlimited user eBook and the book should never be busy. 

Limited Copies

If you get a message that the eBook is being read by another student, you will need to try to login again later. When that student leaves the eBook or is timed out of the book for inactivity, a different student will be able to access the book but there is a time lag before another student can access the eBook . If you do get a busy signal, wait for 30 minutes before trying again to access the eBook. If you keep trying to log in every few seconds, you can cause the eBook to get "hung up." It's wise to read ahead as the book is more likely to be busy right before a test or assignment due date. Please be considerate when downloading these titles for off-line use, you will lock out your fellow classmates.

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