This thread strikes me as simply the difference between learning something and accessing the same info from an electronic device. We all know that the younger generation seem to need to have their smartphones welded to their person at all times and therefore they assume that info needed can always be accessed. Of course the batteries never run down............................................!
PS to above: to all those who have kindly offered advice - why not just let the chap make his own mistakes? The learning experience will be much enhanced.