eBooks at CSIRO

eBooks that can be downloaded through the Library come in two main types:

• DRM-free PDF files. These can be downloaded and read with any PDF viewer on any device
• PDF or EPUB files protected by DRM. These can only be read with authorised software

To download and read DRM-protected files, you will need to get an app or e-reader that supports Adobe DRM.

You need to create a free Adobe ID to open downloaded eBooks via Adobe Digital Editions (ADE). Your Adobe ID will be the email you use to sign up.

To authorize Adobe Digital Editions:

1. If not prompted to authorize when you first open ADE, Go to Help > Authorize Computer
2. You will be asked to select an eBook Vendor - select Adobe ID
3. Enter your newly-created Adobe ID and Password and Select "Authorize"
    

Creating an Adobe ID, and authorising your computer enables you to:

• transfer DRM files between multiple computer and mobile devices
• read DRM-protected files on multiple devices (up to six)
• restore content from backups whenever you need to re-install the OS

Digital Rights Management (DRM), utilizes technology to manage and secure access to copyrighted content. The primary goal is to protect the copyright holder's rights and stop unauthorized distribution and modification. DRM controls how users access, download, copy, share, and print online resources. When resources are subject to DRM restrictions, they typically have a limit on how much can be copied and downloaded (for example, one chapter per day).

DRM free eBooks

DRM-free resources are the preferred resource to purchase by the library as they offer greater accessibility and flexibility for individual use. They have no limitations on access, downloading, saving, printing, or copying. Traditional copyright ethics still apply to DRM free resources. You should consider the following:

• the material cannot be edited and modified
• the copy is for your own personal use. Each user must download their own copy from the library website