Is patched content a blessing or a curse?

While the ability to improve content is a win for quality, it comes with a complex set of trade-offs. The Benefits:

In publishing, the rise of e-readers like Amazon Kindle allows authors to update texts instantly. While this is frequently used to fix typos or factual errors in non-fiction, fiction authors have begun using patches to update outdated cultural references, alter controversial dialogue, or tweak endings based on reader feedback in online communities. The Pros and Cons of a Fluid Media Landscape