To Stream or Not to Stream

Just do it. So much already said. Access, excellent sound, ease of use, and did I say access? Access to so much content. I listen to all kinds of stuff that I never did before. And I only play CDs in the car. I've given away and/or sold many already. I've no desire to rip CDs. I may rip the few that are really important to me that aren't on Tidal or Qobuz, but really, just no desire to rip, just desire to listen. Amazing all the CDs I have and they really don't mean much to me anymore, even the out of print or one-of-a-kind stuff. The streaming is great, jump right on in.

Two benefits for me is the ability to learn about new music, and second, one doesn't have to listen to the whole CD or album, just the songs you like. 

streaming only gives you all the recorded music in the world at your fingertips... no big deal really 🤔

Many thanks for all of your responses imparting insightful advice and recommendations... 

Cheers,
Lou

Streaming is for background music only. In no way shape or form is it ready for serious listening. Even streaming off your own system is problematic. Playing Hi Res files directly is fine. Just subject to the same variability all recorded music is. To be an audiophile one has to be a collector of music. The two are inseparable. 
IMHO streaming is for people who like music just not enough to collect it, who are not serious about their systems or know what they are missing.