This notebook is actually pretty cool. It has the file holders in the back that slide out so that you can put additional paper in the files but still keep them separated. The drawback that could potentially happen is that there will be too many papers in each section so that it causes problems when sliding them back to fit with the notebook size as well as just carry it easily as a notebook that is one size. So it really depends on how much more paper you would need to put in but still maintain its size.
I purchased these notebooks to use in business as I am still in the habit of writing more than using the computer. The line size and number of pages were perfect for keeping in the car and using when I went to do estimates for masonry jobs.
This is a black spiral-bound notebook. The cover is black. The pages are college-ruled. I won't use anything other than college-ruled. It's awesome. I can't believe Staples is asking me to review a notebook.