September 2, 2008 10:56 PM
Why do we still read the books on paper
Hello,
I was in a philosophical mood this week and I wondered why do we still read the books on paper?
Wasn't there a promise, 10-20 years ago, that in a very short time we will not need any paper?
It really took me sometime and effort to realize why - It is not comfortable.
I am not saying that the devices are not comfortable, some would think they are. I do not argue with that.
I am saying, we do not feel comfortable enough to read a book without paper. Again, some would argue about it.
So I have my killer argument:
How many of you who feel comfortable to read a book from your comfortable laptop, would take the laptop to the toilet?
I got you there.
Please take it as a metaphor for any time you hear about some technology that grab hold on our existing habits.
Your truly,
Noam
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