Maintaining public libraries is a waste of money since computer technology can replace their functions. Do you agree or disagree?

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Public concern has arisen about whether public
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are now a waste of money since computers have come a long way and can replace their functions. I tend to partly disagree with
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statement for several reasons. To start with, the atmosphere in a library is irreplaceable. Not only is it forbidden to make any loud noises there,
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know that when they get to the place everyone there will be focused on either reading, learning or spending some time in peace. Having that in mind, when people are surrounded by other
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ones, they feel like they are in a workplace.
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, the books surrounding them make great decorations and stimulate a working mindset.
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, when a student comes back home from lectures he or she is surrounded by a lot of lures
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means that the student will most probably spend at least two hours on his phone or computer doing unnecessary scrolling or gaming.
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the one that goes to the library is bound to get a lot of work done without any major problems.
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, some others may claim that it is way easier to find all the information that they need on computers.
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writing something down on the browser provides you with various sources and answers on the topic,
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not everything online is free to access,
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is why
libraries
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are irreplaceable.
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, spending as much time looking at a computer screen and not at books is unhealthy, your eyes start hurting, the blood pressure rises and you get headaches. A lot of people have experienced these problems and they can get worse
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resulting in needing to get glasses or having migraines for the rest of your life. That would never happen from looking at pages from a book.
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, not only are
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a healthier option they are
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relaxing and calming. Staying in a quiet, peaceful place is mandatory for everyone
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to get peace of mind and relax after the day. Having considered both views, I think that
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are essential to everyone and should not be replaced in the near future. Computers have definitely come a long way but the technologies still have some improvement to do in order to be able to replace
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Strengthen your argument by addressing the opposing view more comprehensively and integrating it smoothly into your essay.
coherence cohesion
Ensure each paragraph has a clear central idea and each sentence links logically to the next to enhance coherence.
coherence cohesion
Your introduction and conclusion clearly state your position, providing a strong framework for your argument.
task achievement
You provided relevant examples that effectively support your points, particularly about the health impacts of screen time compared to reading books.

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Topic Vocabulary:
  • repositories of books
  • promoting literacy
  • community engagement
  • equal access to information
  • digital divide
  • accessibility issues
  • personalized assistance
  • educational programs
  • cultural events
  • safe spaces
  • community meetings
  • tactile experience
  • preserving historical documents
  • important cultural repositories
  • fostering a sense of community
  • communal hubs
  • serene and focused environment
  • conducive to study and reflection
  • irreplaceable value
  • distracted environment
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