<p>Newspapers, magazines and books have always generated an interest among the young. <br /><br />The content takes precedence over its form. But of late online editions of books, magazines and newspapers seem to have caught the fancy of the young. <br />They aver that they get to browse their favourite website and download the latest book online read them at leisure. It’s not only a trend but among the most sought after mode of communication. <br /><br />Online reading has its advantages. It not only helps a reader get across to the world but interact with other readers as well. They can even post their feedback and air their opinion. <br /> <br />Deepika Shashidhar, a housewife residing in Gayatri Nagar spends nothing less than an hour before her computer everyday. <br /><br />“Once I am done with my household work, I spend sometime reading e-magazines and another half an hour in going through the blogs. 'thatskannada.com' and kendasampige.blogspot.com' are among my favourites. I don't wish to read newspapers as it contains more of crime and political news. So, I have developed an inclination toward e-papers in which we can select an interesting topic and read only those stories. In fact, blogspots and online publications have increased my interest in literature," she observes. <br /><br />Amith MS, a MCA graduate from PESIT feels that newspapers and magazines may vanish in a year’s time. <br /><br />He says, "I see the newspaper circulation dip to half," and adds, “I am an occasional reader of newspapers and magazines, so I tend to read them online quite often. But most people are not familiar with the technology to get the best use of blogs and e-papers.” <br /><br />Contrary to Amith's observation, K T Ashok has made full use of advanced technology. He is a retired government employee and spends more than two hours reading online. He says, "It is not possible to subscribe all the newspapers and magazines. Newspapers have gone online too. Therefore, I opt to read almost all newspapers and magazines on my computer first thing in the morning. If anything looks interesting, I will copy it in my PC and open it whenever required.”<br /><br />Vidya, an engineering student says, "I have a laptop and have an Internet connection too. I read books of my interest. When I hear the name of a book, I will search for it online and it instantly arouses my curiosity.” <br />But, Spurthi is a die-hard fan of hard bound books. She draws immense pleasure from reading hard copies rather than the online ones. <br /><br />"There are many options but I always prefer to read books in hard copy itself. It gives one real joy of reading,” she signs off. <br /></p>
<p>Newspapers, magazines and books have always generated an interest among the young. <br /><br />The content takes precedence over its form. But of late online editions of books, magazines and newspapers seem to have caught the fancy of the young. <br />They aver that they get to browse their favourite website and download the latest book online read them at leisure. It’s not only a trend but among the most sought after mode of communication. <br /><br />Online reading has its advantages. It not only helps a reader get across to the world but interact with other readers as well. They can even post their feedback and air their opinion. <br /> <br />Deepika Shashidhar, a housewife residing in Gayatri Nagar spends nothing less than an hour before her computer everyday. <br /><br />“Once I am done with my household work, I spend sometime reading e-magazines and another half an hour in going through the blogs. 'thatskannada.com' and kendasampige.blogspot.com' are among my favourites. I don't wish to read newspapers as it contains more of crime and political news. So, I have developed an inclination toward e-papers in which we can select an interesting topic and read only those stories. In fact, blogspots and online publications have increased my interest in literature," she observes. <br /><br />Amith MS, a MCA graduate from PESIT feels that newspapers and magazines may vanish in a year’s time. <br /><br />He says, "I see the newspaper circulation dip to half," and adds, “I am an occasional reader of newspapers and magazines, so I tend to read them online quite often. But most people are not familiar with the technology to get the best use of blogs and e-papers.” <br /><br />Contrary to Amith's observation, K T Ashok has made full use of advanced technology. He is a retired government employee and spends more than two hours reading online. He says, "It is not possible to subscribe all the newspapers and magazines. Newspapers have gone online too. Therefore, I opt to read almost all newspapers and magazines on my computer first thing in the morning. If anything looks interesting, I will copy it in my PC and open it whenever required.”<br /><br />Vidya, an engineering student says, "I have a laptop and have an Internet connection too. I read books of my interest. When I hear the name of a book, I will search for it online and it instantly arouses my curiosity.” <br />But, Spurthi is a die-hard fan of hard bound books. She draws immense pleasure from reading hard copies rather than the online ones. <br /><br />"There are many options but I always prefer to read books in hard copy itself. It gives one real joy of reading,” she signs off. <br /></p>
