Slow Death of a Written Word

This article tells about how younger people are drifting away from newspapers, and are now using the internet. Technology is affecting the way young people get their information, and newspapers are truly outdated. The writer tries to defend newspapers, saying that it is easier to read something printed out than on the internet. The author also tries to say that Newspapers are very easy to find information, and can be used for other things besides reading. However young kids do not want to carry around a cumbersome newspaper, and want to use what is easiest for them to use. I got the sense that the author knew that he is fighting a lost cause, and that young people are always going to use new technology over something that is outdated. The writer gives students 10 guidelines for writing media content, which are helpful in my opinion.
I agree with the author that young people are going to use the internet, and agree with what he said that most people under 25 years of age hate newspapers. I agree with most of his 10 rules, especially the one that states the shorter a writing is, the more interesting it is to read. I disagree with the fact that a piece of literature is easier to read when it is printed out rather than being read off line. I personally do not mind reading something off the computer, the only problem with it is that the internet could distract you through instant messages and facebook. I disagree with some of the writers rules as well.
I definitely agree with the first rule the author presents. The shorter a writing is, the more inclined I am to read it. Short and to the point is the way to go, especially in a time where young people have a short attention span due to the internet. I disagree with the rule that says images should be used to convey images, and should not be scattered. Images are a way to express yourself, and make writings more enjoyable. I also agree with the rule that says videos should not be used for content, since that is what the writings are for. If I were to make a change on this list, I would make the rules shorter when you click on them. When I clicked on one of the rules and saw it was very long and extensive, I personally felt less inclined to read it. These are the changes I would make to the 10 rules.