Nowadays technology has become increasingly sophisticated. Almost all aspects of a conventional life have already turned to digital, No exception for book collections. Currently there are many books in digital form or commonly called e-books (Electronic Book). Access facilities are a major focus in a technological development. But many of us have not realized that behind the ease of technology created there are still shortcomings in it. What are the shortcomings of the digital collection, Check out the full explanation below.
The advantages and disadvantages of digital collections compared to printed/ conventional collections, among others :
The advantages of digital collections :

1. Very practical to carry anywhere because whatever the number of reading books can be accessed only in one device
2. There is ease in the access because it is operated via mobile, tablet, And also a computer/ laptop that has now become a secondary need that we will always use at any time
3. Electronic devices do not require lighting like when reading a printed book collection
4. Efficient in terms of energy and time
5. Does not require a fee for the purchase, because now there are many electronic collection providers portals, like a book, journal, magazine, even newspapers that can be downloaded for free
6. Does not take up much space for storage.

Once there is an advantage, There is definitely a shortage and control on the digital collection, among others :

1. Need media as a place to access it like a cellphone, tablet, and also a computer/ laptop that requires the cost to buy it.
2. If not equipped with cookies and not encrypted it will be prone
3. Requires an internet network to access or download it, so a stable network is needed
4. Lack in terms of comfort in reading when compared to printed books.
5. Requires a fee for the internet network during access or download
6. Electronic devices if used for too long can interfere with human vision function.

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Source : Journal Articles entitled Utilization of e-Libraries as Virtual Library Services in the Pandemi Covid-19 era.