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Originally Posted by orwell2k
I know there's been lots of debates on terminology (liseuse, e-Reader, etc.) and I admit to being one who freely uses the terms "eReader" or "e-Reader" when referring to dedicated eBook devices in general. It is unfortunate there is an eBook format already in existence, but semantics aside, it is a damn good term to use for the devices. From my experience the context usually makes it clear as to whether people are talking about the format or the devices - and to be honest, I've never had cause to stop and think, "what do they mean?".
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The problem arises when people buy "eReader" format books, mistakenly thinking that they will work on their reading device. I prefer not to use the term for that reason, although it's probably a "lost cause" already.