What is a PDF file and how do I view it?

PDF stands for Portable Document Format, and is a file format used by Adobe Acrobat to distribute files in their original format without distributing the program used to create the document.

    You must have a copy of Adobe Acrobat Reader 4.0 or higher loaded on your PC in order to view PDF files on this web site. Detailed information on all the Acrobat Reader options is available on the Adobe Web site http://www.adobe.com/products/reader/.

  • To view with a browser: Click on the link to the PDF file, the PDF file automatically appears through the Acrobat Reader within the browser window.
  • To view on its own: Save the file to the hard drive, then double click on the file to open it within the reader.