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• Hello, after trying to figure this out, I'm hoping someone can help me... this will seem easy to someone who knows. For background: I have no formal computer training, but have learned HTML from designing ebay pages and some websites that allow you to upload without using FTP. What I am trying to do: Write ebooks, upload them to a website, sell them. Problems: My 3 month old computer came with Microsoft works, and a trial version of Microsoft office 2003. I was happily writing on Microsoft works. It has many great features. I never used the Microsoft Office trial version. I have now found that WORKS is fairly incompatible with most other forms of life on this planet. I tried to use the trial form of Office, and it is asking for a registration number, even to use the trial. I did not receive this number when I bought my computer 3 months ago. I have noticed that I can download a trial version at the microsoft website, but considering that the trial came installed on my computer, maybe the website will reject my request. Also, I hate to re-download things, wasting computer space. I do have a word perfect on disk, that came with my previous computer.... which I could use, if it would help..... I purchased a few inexpensive ebook creators, which seem unable to upload my content from Microsoft works. I was just going to purchase the most expensive ebook creator available, but was afraid that It would not work with my WORKS files. I am also aware of the online method of creating PDFs, but was trying to make easy access ebooks for now. (Easy for the customer, not me Ha Ha) so I haven't officially tried the adobe site. I set up webhosting with hostgator, and downloaded a free version of FTP, but am having difficultly with the FTP... there just doesn't seem to be any options on where to input HTML, where to start? I logged the FTP into my website, it seemed to agree with that, and waited for me to do something else. ..... I am unaware of how to upload an entire ebook onto a website for download, so I opened an account with EJUNKIE, so that my ebooks could be uploaded to them, and they deliver the product when a customer pays. So, I could just work with them for a while, without knowing how to upload the entire ebay. I could just post a jpg of the item on my site.... if I could get the page going. I did purchase an ebook cover creator, and I have been able to successfully work with that! (unbelievable, huh?) So, If someone could answer any of the following: 1. Is Microsoft Word/office required / recommented to upload/work with most ebook creation software, examples: .txt, .doc, .pdf, .htm, .kml, etc? 2. Is there a recommended/cheap/ easy ebook creation software, or should I just delete the cheap versions that are giving me difficulty? 3. Average price for legitimate, workable ebook creation software? 4. Is Microsoft word/office used with FTP, or is there some additional software required that I am missing? 5. Can I set up my website using JUST my website and the FTP software that I have downloaded on my computer? thanks so much for answering any of the above question parts, or shedding any light on the situation at all. Thanks, Easter Bunny!

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  Hi Easter Bunny, Regarding your trial version of Microsoft Office 2003, don't download another one, you should be able to use the one that came with your computer. Following is a link which shows you where to look for your registration key. Get Started: Activate Your Microsoft Office Editions 2003 Trial "Before using your trial you need to activate the software with your 25-character trial product key. A trial product key is provided with your new computer as part of a media packet with other items such as manuals, warranty information, and additional materials. To locate the trial product key or request a free replacement key, follow the instructions provided below." "If you can not locate your trial product key as part of your original media, please click on your country of residence and request a free replacement trial product key." http://www.microsoft.com/office/pctrial/trialkey.mspx 3. Average price for legitimate, workable ebook creation software? eBook Software Reviews eBook Software Reviews for eBook writing Publishing http://www.ebookcrossroads.com/ebook-software.html 2. Is there a recommended/cheap/ easy ebook creation software, or should I just delete the cheap versions that are giving me difficulty? ReaderWorks Standard is free, but for commercial distribution of your ebooks, you will need to upgrade to ReaderWorks Publisher. ReaderWorks Standard "Imagine building your own eBooks in your home, office or school -- quickly and easily! You can with OverDrive's ReaderWorks Standard 2.0 - the premier eBook authoring and conversion software package that enables you to convert Microsoft Word documents into Microsoft Reader eBooks. ReaderWorks Standard is the perfect tool for the casual user or educator. Best of all, it's absolutely free!" http://www.overdrive.com/readerworks/software/standard.asp ReaderWorks Publisher $119 ReaderWorks Publisher is a full-featured eBook authoring and conversion package for the commercial development of Microsoft® Reader eBooks with ClearType?. It includes all the easy-to-use tools of ReaderWorks Standard, plus new and enhanced features enabling the customization of your eBook for commercial distribution and sale. http://www.overdrive.com/readerworks/software/publisher.asp Downloads (including manuals) http://www.overdrive.com/readerworks/downloads/ What is the Read in Microsoft Reader add-in? "Read in Microsoft Reader (RMR) is an updated creation tool for consumers. With this add-in, you can use Microsoft Word version 2003 or Microsoft Word version 2002 to create and publish your own Microsoft Reader eBook content. Using the Read in Microsoft Reader add-in, you can turn anything you want to read into a Microsoft Reader eBook with the simple click of a button and take advantage of the enhanced benefits of Microsoft Reader with ClearType display technology. You can use the RMR add-in to convert new or existing Word documents and benefit from the features and convenience of Microsoft Reader. Download the Read in Microsoft Reader add-in-FREE-today!" http://www.microsoft.com/reader/info/support/faq/rmr.asp 1. Is Microsoft Word/officerequired / recommented to upload/work with most ebook creation software, examples: .txt, .doc, .pdf, .htm, .kml, etc? 4. Is Microsoft word/office used with FTP or is there some additional software required that I am missing? 5. Can I set up my website using JUST my website and the FTP software that I have downloaded on my computer? You really need to read some tutorials on how to publish your ebook. Not surprisingly, most tutorials are not free but perhaps the following links will help (you'll find more links on each page). Web Publishing Guide The Web Publishing Guide provides resources for Search Engine Optimization, Website Design and more... http://www.ebookcrossroads.com/web-publishing.html Self-Publishing Resources Self-Publishing Resources, articles, tools and advice... http://www.ebookcrossroads.com/self-publishing.html eBook Compilers What are eBook Compilers and How Do I Choose One? http://www.ebookcrossroads.com/ebook-compilers.html I hope this helps to get you off to a good start. If you have any questions, please post a clarification request and wait for me to respond before closing/rating my answer. Thank you, hummer Some Google search terms used: ebook ebooks publishing free tutorials guides publishers software Microsoft Office Editions 2003 key MS Reader RMR