• nickwitha_k (he/him)@lemmy.sdf.org
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    you’re going to need more than an internet connrection.

    Absolutely. Chances are that what you need is a library card from your local public library. When trying to learn more about graphene semiconductors, I couldn’t find the paper that was referenced in articles anywhere that wasn’t paywalled. After a contemplating for a while I checked my library’s site and, sure enough, they offer free, searchable access to academic journals.

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      try anna’s archive and sci-hub next time, they usually have most papers for free

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        The public library is also free and accessible via the Internet. And it has awesome librarians that I can reach out to if need be. Additionally, utilizing the library’s resources can help demonstrate their demand and justify budget allocation.

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          yeah you should absolutely support your local library if you can, I’m just an introvert who doesn’t like it

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            That’s one of the awesome things, at least with my local library, which is about a 5-10min walk from where I live. Nearly every service that they offer is available online, if you have a card. The card is free and the only time that I’ve had to go in in-person was to verify my address.

            While I was there the librarian even walked my through apps that are useful for managing digital loans, etc. Libby being the one most useful for ebook and audiobook loans.

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        If all else fails, just contact the authors, they are usually not restricted from distributing their papers, and many will just send it to you for free

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        Through the Internet. I just needed a library card to log in, which I was able to sign up for through the Internet as well (did have to bring evidence of residency in to have it fully instated).