The reading passage contends the benefits of e-books. On the other hand, the lecturer brings up several points that contradict this argument.
First of all, the lecturer argues that while paper book can be perserved for a long time, e-book always has a limit that can interrupt the information. He mentioned that as technology develops in fast rate, it is impossible to convert the file everytime when they swich. This casts doubt on the reading passage, which argues that e-book is very useful because it has an ability to store a big amount of data easily.
Moreover, according to the speaker, since extra equipments or the service are required to have electronic device, it is not convenient to carry it around you all the time, For instance, if you spill a drink on the e-book, you have to take it into the service center or buy another one. This rufutes the reading passage's assertion that it is perect item to carry for a vacation or a long trip since it is so small and easy to carry it around.
The final point made in the lecture is that due to the small size of e-book, it is hard to read it for a long time. Staring at the sceen is very bad for the eyes. In this sense, e-book loses their uniqueness.
This rubuffs the reading passage' arguement that since e-book provides many features that make it fit one's tastes, it is very favorable and attractive. |