When an author publishes an article in a domestic journal, he will generally sign a copyright transfer, giving the publishing house a series of rights such as publishing electronic papers. China HowNet bought papers from the publishing house again. And then sell it online.

The cost of China HowNet is mainly the cost of purchasing papers from publishing houses and the cost of maintaining and searching. China HowNet's income will not be given to the author.

This model has caused great controversy in academic circles. Many authors asked China HowNet to withdraw their papers, and some even went to court. However, at present, it seems that China HowNet is the only one, and it is necessary to refer to China HowNet for promotion, award-winning and graduation. Therefore, ...