A Kindle? A Nook? How big is the screen? Here is a link to get specifications on devices you are considering http://www.overdrive.com/resources/drc/ Scroll through to find the devices listed and pictured alphabetically. Click on the +more information to get the dimensions of the screen and other information. When you are in the library, you can ask to be logged onto Consumer Reports Online database to compare specifications and reviews.
Friday, December 21, 2012
E-book Readers: Comparing Devices
A Kindle? A Nook? How big is the screen? Here is a link to get specifications on devices you are considering http://www.overdrive.com/resources/drc/ Scroll through to find the devices listed and pictured alphabetically. Click on the +more information to get the dimensions of the screen and other information. When you are in the library, you can ask to be logged onto Consumer Reports Online database to compare specifications and reviews.
Monday, December 10, 2012
Database and Library Guide Help
Screencast Video Guides for Select Databases
Look for our PDF tip sheets and screen video guide podcasts to help you use our featured databases and others plus our own library guides, through the homepage or A-Z Database list link http://guides.newtonfreelibrary.net/databases
Shop Online Using Consumer Reports Online
“Generators that keep your home running.” “Snow blowers that
save you work.” “Best and worst
appliance stores.” “Choose the right health insurance plan.” When the news affects your wallet, plan your
purchases using Consumer Reports Online.
No matter if you are investing your dollars in a generator
or the latest smart phone or tablet, topics such as Cars, Appliances,
Electronics, Home & Garden, Babies & Kids, Money, Shopping, and Health
provide brand and model ratings and
prices. You can even comparison price shop by zip code online through the Buy
Online button. Check the Specs tab for
features. Be advised when some are
add-on costs.
Consumer Reports
Online is published by Consumers Union, an independent, nonprofit testing
and information organization. Follow-up
any purchases through “Recalls & Safety.” An “In Library Use Only”
consumer subscription, to
log in, please speak to a Reference Librarian for assistance.
Books Librarians Give 2012
Take a look at books recommended by the librarians of the Newton Free Library for your holiday or other gift giving http://downloads.newtonfreelibrary.net/reference/Newton_Free_Library_Staff_Suggest2012_Annual_Holiday_Booklist.pdf 
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