2. Public Health and Methodology in online journals Quality – such a range of journals now that there is almost the same range in quality as the print journals Quantity – it is important for researchers to be able to place their research in journals that have similar or related topics

3. Advantages Review and publication are usually fast Size of the paper is less constrained than print journals Colour figures are easier Three-dimensional and animated graphics can be included Range of journals are now available Easier access - Everyone (and anyone) can read your paper

4. Disadvantages Misconceptions about impact factors and value of journals (slowly receding now with more citations) No physical presence in libraries

5. Decision process as to where to publish Online journals are considered equally with the print journals Size of article and speed are considered when prioritising the journal to use, online journals score well here Impact and readability are important, as is whether the journal content is similar to the new article Citation rates from those sent to online journals are the same as our print journals