I totally agree with #13 & 14. I've been a heavy library user for years because I can't afford as many books as I can read. I still buy books, just not until I've read them first.
I've been collecting ebooks for a while but only recently got an mp4 player with reader function. While I wouldn't want to read anything too complicated on it, it's perfect for Doc Savage. (Dominic, where can I get Black Mask?) I've read some books on the computer and much prefer pdf for that, but the one handed ease of use the mp4 player has greatly improves the reading experience. It's fun and easy to use.
I can see myself using a reader of some sort for the rest of my life. Books are great, but stories keep me company throughout my day. Now I don't have to lug around something the size and weight of a library hardcover.

I want one of these so bad I want to be ordering it now. Actually, I want a half dozen of them. I've got at least that many uses for them.
Come to think of it, there's an entymological metaphor it that as well.

Eutychus:
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That was my first thought, too.

#25,

I couldn't agree more. I find Stephenson way more engaging than either Sterling or Gibson (although I do enjoy them both).