Z-Library, a prominent shadow library, continues to thrive despite legal troubles, including the arrest of two alleged operators. The site offers millions of books and academic articles for free download, attracting users motivated by academic goals, poverty, and unaffordable textbooks. A study led by Dr. Michael Day explores the motivations of Redditors and Chinese postgraduate students who use Z-Library, framing it as ‘Academic Cybercrime’ but drawing comparisons to Robin Hood. The research suggests a need for universities and publishers to consider making more content freely accessible, reflecting a Robin Hood mentality among Z-Library users seeking knowledge without financial barriers.
https://torrentfreak.com/z-library-helps-students-to-overcome-academic-poverty-study-finds-241120/