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Q. Why is OpenAthens Compass more effective than IP authentication?

Answer...

OpenAthens Compass is more effective than IP authentication because it offers user-level insights, secure remote access, and a consistent login experience. Unlike IP authentication, which is anonymous and limited to specific locations, OpenAthens Compass enables:

Granular usage statistics based on individual account activity
Reliable remote access from any location or device
Single sign-on (SSO) for seamless access across publisher platforms
Access to personal profiles on supported content provider sites

This makes OpenAthens Compass a more flexible, data-driven, and user-friendly solution for managing access to e-resources.

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