Date: Wed, 15 Sep 1993 03:05:07 -0600
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Subject: e-journal
 
 
I don't believe that anyone has raised an issue which makes the idea
of an electronic journal unacceptable or even unappealing.  On the
contrary, if arguments such as quality control, plagiarism potential,
loss of spontaneity, etc., are taken seriously, they can enhance the
contribution that such a journal may play.  I have been impressed by
the very openness of the discussion of these matters, and expect that
same approach would be instituted in the production of the journal.
 
Openness itself would be innovative as would the manner of accessing
the materials.  The short turnover time, the drastic cost reduction,
the potential of the medium to permit new kinds of scholarly
communication, and the fun of it really sound enticing.
 
I subscribe to the Electronic Journal of Virtual Culture from
LISTSERVE@KENTVM.KENT.EDU and enjoy rummaging through the table
of contents to find the few articles of sociological interest.
Articles can be e-mailed conveniently.  I am not aware of any
on-line journals that are primarily social/political or economic
in focus.  It would be refreshing to read on-line scholarship
concerned with other than on-line issues.
 
Finally, the energy and commitment needed to undertake such a project
are apparent in the messages I've read.  So, I'd just like to offer
my support and encouragement.
Myron Orleans
Calif. State Univ., Fullerton
MORLEANS@FULLERTON.EDU