In the future, nobody will buy printed newspapers or books because they will be able to read everything they want online without paying. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

It is thought that in the future the majority of readers
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just prefer
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e- copies
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e-copies
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hard copies because of the free access. I entirely disagree with
this
notion for several reasons as will be illustrated in the following paragraphs.
Firstly
, it is hardly possible that e-books and journals will continue to be free of charge. Any publishing entity aims at achieving a profit in the first place, and relying on advertisement as a mere source of funding will not allow the business to thrive with the increased number of people reading online.
Also
, The dependence on sponsorship may not apply to all sorts of visual products.
For example
, sponsoring books may hinder the freedom and creativity of writers.
Additionally
, it would make the content less appealing. Undoubtedly, no one would like to come across some commercials
while
reading.
As a result
, more subscriptions and purchasing systems are expected to rise.
Secondly
, conventional papers are believed to be the healthiest and most convenient tool for reading by many people, especially the elderly. As we age, our sight and energy level change
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and it is absolutely uncomfortable to stare for a long time at a device screen. Even for young readers who want to protect their eyes from getting affected by the various adverse effects of the computers’ screens, hard copies are the ideal choice.
Furthermore
, physical books can be read at any time and they do not impact our ability to fall asleep, as opposed to electronic ones.
Moreover
, they encourage us to sleep faster. To summarize, traditional books and journals can not be entirely replaced by online platforms
due to
their convenience and given the fact that, nothing will continue to be available for free.
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Address the opposing viewpoint as well to provide a balanced argument.
coherence cohesion
Good use of linking words and cohesive devices, but ensure that the progression of ideas is well-structured throughout the essay.
Topic Vocabulary:
  • accessibility
  • convenience
  • cost-effective
  • cultural value
  • sentimental value
  • reliability
  • distracting
  • access to
  • digital devices
  • internet
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