The maintenance of public libraries is a waste of money because of computer technologies that have the same function. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

With the rising use of computer technologies, it is becoming apparent that public libraries
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depleted
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value. It is
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evident that due to the recent innovations, computer technologies
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been very helpful in
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. I am personally on the middle ground on maintaining a public
library
since I felt it depends on several aspects. To some extent, I agree
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maintaining a
library
in
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areas like
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countries.
Firstly
, I believe that not everyone has the ability to buy computers or laptops. In locations, where there
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higher rates of poverty, it can benefit from having a public
library
.
Secondly
, a public
library
is very useful for those who cannot afford even
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some books to study for their lessons or assignment.
Thirdly
, public libraries served as a quiet
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where you can focus on reading or studying. At the same time, it is a very good venue to avoid any distractions.
Lastly
, the feel of touching and browsing through the pages of the actual books is irreplaceable.
On the other hand
, I tend to disagree
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maintaining a
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in areas where people have
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purchasing power to buy audible books, computers or laptops.
Hence
, it defeats the purpose of having public libraries since they can already access the information
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their fingertips via their mobile devices. In conclusion, I agree
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public
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with the intent that it will be built in areas where it is needed the most to serve the less fortunate individuals.
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