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IMHO
1. Biggest issue: The lack of one universal format. Right now, it's the wild wild west in e-Book land, with each device using a different format. Hopefully soon, it will shake down to one or two formats, like computers did with MS and Linux.
2. Reason for buying: I bought mine for two main reasons: 1) It is less heavy than most books and is not painful to my hands; and 2) It is backlit and I can read in the dark.
3. Content suppliers: Content is easy to find. There are many free sites for books out of copyright, and I use a very user-friendly online bookstore to buy new books. The problem may be around the bend when the aforementioned formats are standardized and some of my content may become obsolete.
4. What will encourage others to become users: The cost of e-readers is prohibitive for many people, as well as the cost of e-books. I have shown my device to many many people, and the first question they ask is "how much?" I believe the turning point will be when a device becomes available for $99 or less.
Which college are you attending? Good luck with your dissertation!
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