Paying for things is out, using the library is in. Also, have you heard about tool libraries? Depending on where you live, you might be able to borrow tools instead of buying them.

  • kmartburrito@lemmy.world
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    There’s also a similar service for renting books through your e-reader called Libby. On kobo their Overdrive service uses Libby for the same end result - renting books from your local library on your digital reader. And it’s free!

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      As convenient and amazing borrowing e-books is, it’s important to remember that it costs your library more because they have to renew a license on it regularly. As opposed to physical books that they buy once

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        However it probably shows that people are using it and will continue to get funding