What is better Kindle or Nook?

FAQ I am looking to purchase a Kindle or something like it for my daughter for her H.S. graduation. I would like to know which is better - Kindle or the Nook? Or is there something else similar to these machines that you would recommend? Please explain


A: I've given a detailed comparison between the Nook and the Kindle previously, in another answer here. Guess it'll help you decide which one to choose:

http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index? qid=20100425013316AAA7BML

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