Books Vs Technology # Essay Ideas

With the advent of technology, computers are replacing books at a very fast pace and some people believe that in the fist of books vs technology, now libraries must spend on technology rather than books. Well, you are more likely to be asked to either agree/disagree or discuss. Let us have a look at some of the ideas for the topic.
Libraries must invest in books

  1. Not all books are available in digital form, especially some specialized editions.
  2. Paper books are more reliable in a way that they cannot be deleted accidentally.
  3. Everything comes and goes. It might be even possible that someday internet is not available or closes down. Throwing away books might not be the best option.
  4. Internet has a plethora of sites. Children must be given books to read rather than internet as they might end up watching uncensored sites as well.
  5. Seeing books, often inspires and stimulates imagination.

Libraries must spend money on technology

  1. Technology is more cost effective as compared to books. For instance, to store the same information in books, one requires more space as compared to e-books.
  2. Computers offer better customer services as compared to books, because locating information in computers is easier than in books.
  3. Providing technology opens up a new world of information wherein people can access internet for information than that provided solely by library.

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