[delaing]

I've been trying my best to avoid asking various questions, that may have already been answered, by searching & searching this forum and other sources. I'm getting worn out. So, here goes.

I understand the basics of calibre and have been using it a little at a time; mainly for "management" of my so-called library. I understand where calibre keeps the ebook files if you've told it to keep it on your desktop PC and I know to not fiddle with its folder structure - stay out! Got it.

Here's what I cannot seem to discern from all the postings I've come across.
Do I keep my library on my Nexus 7 (2013) w/32GB (actually like 25GB) or keep it on my PC and do the "send to device" utilizing various calibre methods?
Which would be best?

I have a large collection of woodworking magazine back issues, in PDF format, that I bought from the various publishers. I want to be able to:
Read the magazines in my shop or on my couch (away from the PC).
Search (ideally) within the collection on various topics/keywords and find related content. I understand that point may need to move to a separate post/thread.

Currently, my collection would "fit" in the allotted space on the N7, and I of course cannot forecast what else might take up additional space.

Is the idea to utilize calibre's desktop management capabilities and the almost-unlimited HD storage capacity and keep the tablet somewhat free 'n clear for other storage needs?

Then, do I maintain the library on the hard drive or a flash drive direct-connected to the PC?

Sorry, getting everything related to storage out in one shot.
I do have other questions, but will post separate.

Thank you,
Delain