Nikki its not that scary here
After all, we all have one major thing in common, we all love books!
As for the conversion stuff, it actually sounds more complicated than it is.
I got started with free MS reader books that were in .lit format.
Did not take me long to learn how to convert them to something I could read on my computer.
I guess to me the biggest distinction on what to buy would be this.
A: Do you buy best sellers, and want to be able to download and read them directly from your ebook reader?
B Are you just as happy with books that are classics or in the public domain?
That may or may not have to be converted on your PC before you can read them?
If the answer is A, then you probably want either a Kindle or a Sony.
If the answer is B then I'd highly recomend the Jetbook. And I'd be glad to offer my assistance in learning how to convert books.