Restrictions on the parallel importation of books

Australia's restrictions on the parallel importation of books result in higher local book prices and should be lifted according to the recommendations in this Productivity Commission report. (Text adapted from AustralianPolicyOnline). Read the complete report here

If it's not on(line) it's not on.

If a tree falls in a forest and no one is around to hear it, does it make a sound?

Probably, but who can be sure?


If an article is published but no one can access it, does it exist?

It does, but apparently it might as well not, according to the American Chemical Society. They are taking the bold step of making all their journals online-only.

For the full details see Ars Technica


We would like to hear your thoughts on this. Do you only access journal articles that are online? Or do you prefer print? Let us know below.






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