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Digital Downloads - Main Features of OverDrive and NetLibrary
What are the Main Features of OverDrive and NetLibrary?
| Feature | OverDrive | NetLibrary |
|---|---|---|
| Maxiumum # check-outs | 5 | 10 |
| Check out period | 21 days | 21 days |
| Has audio book downloads | Yes | Yes |
| Has ebook downloads | Yes | No downloads, must read ebooks online |
| Sound qualities available | CD | CD or Radio |
| Able to transfer to portable device | Yes (See compatible players) | Yes (See compatible players) |
| Able to transfer to iPod | No | No |
| Able to burn an audio book to CD | Yes | No |
| Able to place reserves | Yes | No need, unlimited quantities available of each title |
| Able to renew | No | Yes |
| Automatic check-in | Yes | Yes |
| Early check-in | Ebooks only | No |
| Able to download audio books by chapter | Yes | No, must download entire file at one time |