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New Media Continues to Eclipse the Old
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New Media Continues to Eclipse the Old

Posted on August 6, 2012 by Scott • Leave a comment

Two news items for you today, both about the constantly shifting media landscape. First, a short piece from the Atlantic on the approaching end of cable TV.  It’s a sharp observation of the internet’s ability to empower consumers and demolish traditional revenue models.  As a consumer, I say the useless and overpriced “cable bundle” can’t … Continue reading →

The Meaning of Weight and Texture in a Digital World
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The Meaning of Weight and Texture in a Digital World

Posted on May 30, 2012 by Scott • 6 Comments

One day soon, there will be more people who have read Remembrance of Things Past on an e-reader than people who have hefted a physical copy.  Do you think the digital readers are missing out on anything?  I do.  Specifically, they’re missing the sheer weight of the thing.  Whether you find the extreme length of … Continue reading →

The Bookless Library
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The Bookless Library

Posted on October 10, 2011 by Scott • 8 Comments

The traditional paper book is approaching the end of its nearly 600-year lifespan, soon to be usurped by its young electronic cousins.  This will impact our world in a variety of ways, but it’s hard to think of any institution with more at stake than your friendly neighborhood library.  Can it be saved?  Should it? … Continue reading →

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