:?: The basic, classic information on cattle or any subject really - information for general health and well-being should not change. A book is handy to have around to reference.
I would like an entire library. I bet you have a high technology cell phone because it is handy to have around. Do you have a high-tech television (one where you can see actors and actresses and news) with high dollar cable or satellite receiver also?
Admittedly, books are only as good as the research and experience behind them, as are internet sources. However, many books carry reputation tested by time of their usefulness. Internet sources may or may not be sourced at all so you need to read and sort even more critically. It might be an article with sound reasoning and could just as likely be the latest fly by night.
Do you put margarine on a burn? Did Adam and Eve ever exist?
Even if it the internet information comes from a University, it may be just theory, conjecture, etc. without the experience behind it.
I bet you trust an investment firm with your money.
Most books aren't a large investment. I would think Ohio River and anyone else would benefit from having one around, even if it is just Storey's Guide.
Gee, you make a ton of money. Were you the only child in the family?
I think I would rather read genetic marking from the internet and get the basics from a reputable book.
What text is reputable? Is the bible reputable?