The Sony e-Reader Touch:
PDF (.pdf) - A format from Adobe which most eReaders support. Because PDFs are meant to recreate a larger printed page, there are sometimes problems with text size and display on eReaders.
EPUB (.epub) - Another popular format, particularly favored by public libraries. Most eBooks loaned in this format come with DRM protection. We can convert PDF to a EPUB format.
Text (.txt) - A basic plain text format which is easy to create, but cannot contain images.
eInk - A type of display which emulates a printed page and requires an external light source to view.Backlit - Another display type which looks a lot like a computer screen and does not need an additional light source. Unlike iPads, the Sony e-reader will need an additional light source (which is supplied).Text Flow - A display feature which allows users to view a full page of text in their preferred font size and style.ePub - The eBook format currently most favored by public libraries for lending.
DRM - Digital Rights Management - A way for companies to lock down information, determining who can use it and how.
Wi-Fi Capable - eReaders which can connect to the Internet via a wireless connection. The Sony e-reader PRS-600 is not Wi-Fi capable.