Only on the web:

1. There’s a search bar to look up articles that you want to read about.

2. There are ads on the front page.

3. There are two versions, the New York Times and the International

4. The NY Times page updates immediately.

5. You have the ability to comment on the articles.

6. There are videos on the site.

7. There’s a section that tells you the articles that are most viewed and a recommended for you option.

8. The weather section is updated.

9. Sometimes, you have to subscribe to see the full article.

Only in the newspaper:

1. There’s a full page of ads.

2. The newspaper is separated in specific sections – like separate newspapers combined into one.

3. They have long preview of the article on the front page followed by a “continued on page…”

4. Newspapers are heavy, bulky, and dirty.

5. Articles are next to each other, when for online, you have to click on the article to read it.

The online website is more organized compared to the physical newspaper. The physical newspaper is trying to fill up space by placing full size ads and not utilizing the space. The online version is easier on the eyes, the print is bigger than the print in the newspaper. You can highlight or comment on the physical newspaper but you cannot do that on the online version. People can share their thoughts through the comment section and interact. It’s more like a forum and can make you engaged into your reading. You can share the web article but not the physical article. When you subscribe to the newspaper online, you can get the updates immediately on your phone (live updates).