• nickwitha_k (he/him)
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      53 months ago

      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.

        • @Omgpwnies
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          23 months ago

          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

        • nickwitha_k (he/him)
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          23 months ago

          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.

          • @[email protected]
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            33 months ago

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

            • nickwitha_k (he/him)
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              23 months ago

              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.

      • @Crashumbc
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        23 months ago

        Hmm, how did you access the library’ site?

        • nickwitha_k (he/him)
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          23 months ago

          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).

    • @tfw_no_toiletpaper
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      54 months ago

      Its probably

      opens first link about topic and starts believing all info

    • @Crashumbc
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      23 months ago

      Depends entirely on what you’re researching, and how “deep” you’re researching.

      “Just” a Internet connection, will get you extremely far nowadays though.