In a world where we seem to be transitioning from print to digital, some question the usability and need for print materials. What they are forgetting is that, whether you print it or keep it digital, it's still print. So, to make it a bit easier to understand, the question is whether analog is still necessary when digital is available.
Unfortunately for the nay-sayers, the answer is still very much that analog, physically printed forms or the print or material, is still very much relevant and needed because of the unreliability of the digital.
And for those doubters out there, don't be like the "flat-Earthers". Step away from what you perceive and want to believe is all there is and look at the whole picture of truths, facts, and undeniable circumstances.
And why the heck would I want to do that?
For example, when someone breaks or damages their digital device today, the first thing they do is shop around to see if they can get a better deal before considering to fix it. That's just the mindset of today. If it doesn't work, then replace it. If you can't replace it, consider getting it fixed. If it costs too much, then buy a new one. But in the old days, when someone stopped working, the first thing we did was try to fix it and we'd move mountains to try to find the way to fix it because things, in the past, had longevity.
Isn't it amazing how real some things are when you're old? And when the younger generation are old... well, that's when I'm sure I'll be prompted to write another post like this. Haha!
Unfortunately for the nay-sayers, the answer is still very much that analog, physically printed forms or the print or material, is still very much relevant and needed because of the unreliability of the digital.
And for those doubters out there, don't be like the "flat-Earthers". Step away from what you perceive and want to believe is all there is and look at the whole picture of truths, facts, and undeniable circumstances.
Without electrical or battery power, a digital device is just a great paperweight.
Most people argue for eBooks and such readers. What they often forget is that many of the eBooks they're reading were most likely printed, first. As long as there are libraries, museums, and bookstores, books will always be printed. In fact, more people buy physical books than those who buy eBooks because of its convenience most of the time. Without needing Wifi, reception, or electricity, one needs only to open the front covers and start reading to get going. You don't need to power up your eyes or write coding to move your body so as to turn pages. It's already a natural instinct and automatic.Without distractions, the information doesn't change the presentation.
Some claim that the books on top are the best route and though I've enjoyed them from time to time, I have to admit that I prefer reading the words on the page and letting my imagination take me places. As much as I do enjoy the fun voices and tones created by readers, I still enjoy the voice in my head and the voices it can create from my database of ideas. My mind moves more when I read and colorful images and other distractions don't come close to what goes on in my mind! Giving the reins of my creativity to someone else is like handing over the creative concept and letting other set rules for my imagination, caging me from the unlimited possibilities.And why the heck would I want to do that?
In all practical usage and abilities, analog trumps digital in every sense!
For those of you who may not be aware of what analog means in this sense, it just means old tech before the digital age. The reason I still use it is because it's still very relevant and important. Not only does it communicate a time and place, but also an emotion and a culture.For example, when someone breaks or damages their digital device today, the first thing they do is shop around to see if they can get a better deal before considering to fix it. That's just the mindset of today. If it doesn't work, then replace it. If you can't replace it, consider getting it fixed. If it costs too much, then buy a new one. But in the old days, when someone stopped working, the first thing we did was try to fix it and we'd move mountains to try to find the way to fix it because things, in the past, had longevity.
Isn't it amazing how real some things are when you're old? And when the younger generation are old... well, that's when I'm sure I'll be prompted to write another post like this. Haha!
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