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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How can I browse Eureka off-line? Do I always need to be logged on to check out Eureka?
A: You can download our compressed package which contains everthing in Eureka apart from the multimedia gallery.

Q: Can I use Eureka or Eureka Classroom projects and information in teaching my class?
A: Of course! If you have a good experience using Eureka in the classroom please e-mail us or add your teaching ideas to our "teachers forum".


Q: How can I obtain permission to use a picture or an article in my own site?
A: Please e-mail us before using any materials in your own site. If the resource is not copyrighted by us you must obtain permission from it's original owner.


Q: Can I link to Eureka?
A: Yes, you can make a link to Eureka on your site, or, if your site is about inventions or discoveries, why not join our Invent.Net initiative.


Q: What is Invent.Net?
A: Invent.net is a web site linked to Eureka that has the task of collecting together all of the best sites that are related to the information we have collected. To find out more click here, to view our list of regular links, click here.


Q: The Java menu doesn't work at the top of the screen, what do I do?
A: There is probably a problem with running java on your system. Firstly, check that you are using Internet Explorer 4/5 or Netscape version 3/4/5. Then check that Java is enabled in the preferences or options. If it still doesn't work you can report the error or select "Frames Version" when you login.