In the year 2000, most people purchased books from bookshops and supermarkets. This preference was largely due to the relatively low number of internet users at the time, as technology had not yet become deeply integrated into daily life.
However, by 2004, the number of internet users had increased from 110 million to 140 million. Despite this growth, most people still tended to buy their books from traditional bookshops and supermarkets. When comparing the data from 2008 to that of 2004, it becomes evident that fewer people were utilizing bookshops. While the numbers of bookshops and supermarkets remained constant, online shopping experienced significant growth.
The changes in 2008 clearly indicate a shift in consumer behavior. Nevertheless, by 2012, the trend shifted once again, as internet shopping saw a decrease in user numbers. During that year, approximately 160 million people opted to purchase books from bookshops, and over 150 million chose supermarkets.
In conclusion, it seems that although people have shown a desire to embrace online shopping over the years, they have struggled to fully commit to that decision, ultimately returning to traditional bookshops and supermarkets.