Should access to scientific literature be free? – The Varsity

"In an age where a vast amount of scientific literature is accessed online, whether or not this information is available for free becomes a pertinent issue. Many prominent journals are accessible only after purchasing subscriptions, and they are protected by copyright. Other journals are open access, meaning their articles are free and have no restrictions on use. Here, we present one piece that discusses when and why open access is important, and a counter-piece that explains why paywalls are a necessary evil."