I agree with Holmes. The internet hasn't killed serendipity.
People are either curious or they aren't.
I love books. I have a lot of reference books as well as books for entertainment value. My daughter doesn't touch them, plus she only uses the internet for email and for checking her paycheck and checking account. She doesn't have the curiousity to search.
The internet has opened up much more information for me. Helps me find more books, plus people to discuss information with.
Even finding web pages that I don't agree with can spark another search whether on the internet or in my books.
I think the urge to discover comes from within a person. I'm always amazed when I find a home that doesn't have a dictionary.
A gentle answer turns away wrath, But a harsh word stirs up anger.