Will modern technology such as the internet ever replace the book or the written word as the main source of information?

          Everywhere I go I see people buried in their kindles, iPads and tablets. Schools have started providing electronic books to students and most of my friends download pdf versions of their favorite novels instead of buying the real thing.

          Nowadays, you can download almost any kind of book or article imaginable! The bible even has its own app for Apple OS, android and BB OS! Honestly, I find it easier and more practical to carry an iPad with 1000 books rather than carry all those leather bound or paperback goodies all at the same time.  And in this fast paced world, people always seek the most efficient and convenient way of doing things. Through the internet, we are able to get up to speed with the latest news - real time. No need to rush to the nearest news stand to be updated!

          I believe that as early as now, technology such as the internet is slowly inching is way to be the main source of information especially among the A,B and upper C socio-economic classes. As we continue to evolve, technology will be made available to more and more people thus paving the way for it to become the ultimate source of information. Though, I doubt that technology will be able to eliminate demand for books or written documents entirely, I strongly believe that its relevance to society’s day to day activities will lessen through the coming years.