With the rise of e-books comes the decline in paper books. Some people see this as a good step forward while others do not. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
The growing usage of virtual literature has led to a reduction in
paper back
books. a book with paper covers
paperback
This
essay will discuss the benefits of e-books, namely, they are more easily accessible and cheaper. As well as, touch on the drawbacks, such
as, the damaging effects they have on eyesight. I believe the positives
effects exceed the negative effects.
There are numerous positives of e-books. Suggestion
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To begin
with, they are available at the touch of a button in any language, because there are translation options to over 100 languages. Also
, the world wide web allows
access to rare, ancient books that cannot be found in a library. Accept comma addition
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For example
, there are free websites like e-books.com
that provide direct download links to millions of different books, ranging from globally renowned novels Suggestion
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academic learning titles.
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Secondly
, as opposed to physical books, electronic literature is cheaper. When buying an
book the value of the trees cut to make it, the ink used to type it and printers are included in its price. Suggestion
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However
, all that is
required for online literature to exist is a keyboard and an intelligent mind. This
makes it possible for people who cannot afford physical books. For example
, as a medical student I
find medical books very expensive, alternatively, I download virtual copies that not only cost me nothing, but can be taken with me anywhere Accept comma addition
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on
my digital devices.
Despite the many pro's, there are Suggestion
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also
con's. A negligible downside of e-books is that an over-indulgence can lead to eyesight problems like weaker vision. This
is because our eyes are not accustomed to concentrating on a screen that emitts
so much light for expel (gases or odors)
emits
such
long hours. For example
, studies conducted by eletronic
devices society found that 80% of individuals spend 6 hours or more on their e books resulting in a strain on eyesight.
In of or relating to electronics; concerned with or using devices that operate on principles governing the behavior of electrons
electronic
conclusion I
reaffirm my belief that e-books are clearly more advantageous than paper books as they are more affordable and accessible, and the minimal drawbacks are easily overcome. In Accept comma addition
conclusion, I
future
, I hope they are available for free Suggestion
the future
by
libraries and all authors.
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Answer the 'Advantages and Disadvantages' topic
IELTS advantages and disadvantages questions normally give you a statement and ask you to comment on the advantages and disadvantages of that statement.
Answer structure for the type of essay
- Introduction
- Body paragraph 1 – advantages
- Body paragraph 2 – disadvantages
- Conclusion
Examples to start your body paragraph:
- The main advantage is...
- The disadvantage of this...
- The main benefit...
- Despite these advantages...
- One possible drawback...