The Rocket eBook is the first practical technology developed specifically for electronic reading. It's a lightweight, portable device the size of a paperback that lets you download, store, and read books and magazines anywhere -- at the beach, in school, or on trips. It comes preloaded with such starter resources as the Rocket eBook User Guide, the RANDOM HOUSE CONCISE DICTIONARY, and, just for fun, ALICE'S ADVENTURES IN WONDERLAND.

How does the Rocket eBook work?

The Rocket eBook connects to your PC by way of a connecting cradle, similar to the way you'd update a PalmPilot or other personal digital assistant. You can then access the Internet, purchase, and download the books you want.

What kinds of things can you do with the Rocket eBook?

You can store about ten novels at a time. You can search, reference, and bookmark your reading. You can touch a word on the screen to look it up in the dictionary or link to a different reference work, or add your own notes and comments to the text. You can read for hours -- the battery lasts an average of 20-30 hours and fully recharges in 90 minutes. The Rocket eBook can even support documents published with audio content.

Is it easy to read from?

The high-contrast, high-resolution screen makes it very easy to read. It's backlit, so you can read at the beach, in direct sunlight, or in the bedroom in the dark. You can customize the type, choosing large type to make the Rocket eBook easier to read or small type to see more of the page. Left-handed, right-handed, vertical, or horizontal, you can read the Rocket eBook the way that you like best.

What are the system requirements to use the Rocket eBook with my PC?

The Rocket eBook will work with any IBM-compatible computer with a 486 or faster processor running Windows 95 or Windows NT 4.0; 10 megabytes of hard-drive space are required for the software, and 16 megabytes of RAM are recommended. You'll need one available serial port to connect the Rocket eBook to the host computer and, of course, Internet access to get your books.

Will the Rocket eBook work with a Mac?

At this time the Rocket eBook is compatible only with IBM-compatible computers. Mac-compatible Rocket eBooks will be available later in 1999.

How do I find RocketEdition™ titles?

Visit our special Electronic Books subject area. Every week we'll feature some of the hottest new RocketEdition titles. You can check out our new releases for the latest RocketEditions or browse for selected titles from Business to Science Fiction.

How do I order RocketEditions?

To buy a RocketEdition from our site, you must have a registered Rocket eBook. You can order RocketEditions the same way you order other items. Simply add the RocketEdition to your Shopping Cart or use the Express Checkout. We'll process your order and send you an email with the URL for the web page where you will download your RocketEdition.

How do I download RocketEditions from the Web?

Connect your Rocket eBook to its cradle and access the URL included in your order confirmation email. Displayed on your browser will be a page that contains download links to the RocketEditions you have purchased. Click on the links to download the titles to your computer. If requested, you may need to enter your Rocket ID, which was assigned when you registered your Rocket eBook. Please note: RocketEditions are not returnable.

Can I read RocketEditions on my PC without purchasing a Rocket eBook?

No. You must be a registered Rocket eBook owner in order to download and read RocketEditions.

How do I get support for my Rocket eBook?

Software updates to the Rocket eBook are available from the Nuvomedia web site. For telephone support, dial 972/389-3575. For additional information about the Rocket eBook you can visit the Rocket eBook web site.

Where can I purchase a Rocket eBook?

Rocket eBooks are now available from barnesandnoble.com and come with a one-year warranty on parts and labor. Click here to buy a Rocket eBook or to see more information.