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Digital books wear out faster than physical books
Ever try to read a physical book passed down in your family from 100 years ago? Probably worked well. Ever try reading an ebook you paid for 10 years ago? Probably a different experience. From the leasing business model of mega publishers to physical device evolution to format obsolescence, digital books are fragile…
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| Submitted | Title on HN | Points | Comments |
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| Nov 15, 2022 | Digital books wear out faster than physical books by Amorymeltzer | 777 | 436 |