DOI

What is a DOI?

A Digital Object Identifier (DOI) is a unique, permanent alphanumeric string assigned to a digital publication such as a research article, book chapter, or dataset. The DOI ensures that each publication can always be reliably identified and accessed, regardless of changes in its web location (URL).

At the International Journal of Computer Technology and Electronics Communication (IJCTECE), all assigned DOIs are officially registered with CrossRef, a globally recognized DOI registration agency. This makes every article published in IJCTECE citable, traceable, and accessible in academic and research communities worldwide.

Structure of a DOI

A DOI is composed of two parts: a prefix and a suffix, separated by a forward slash (/).

Example:
DOI:  10.15662/IJEETR.2025.0704001

1. Prefix – 10.15662

· The prefix is assigned by the registration agency (e.g., CrossRef).

· It identifies the publisher or the journal.

· The “10” indicates the DOI directory.

· The “15662” is the unique identifier for the publisher of IJEETR.

2. Suffix – IJCTECE.2025.0804001

· The suffix is created by the publisher to uniquely identify each article.

· It typically includes:

o Journal abbreviation (e.g., IJEETR)

o Year of publication (e.g., 2025)

o Volume and issue numbers (e.g., 07 for Volume 7, 04 for Issue 4)

o Unique article number (e.g., 001)

Together, the prefix and suffix create a globally unique digital fingerprint for every publication.

Why is a DOI Important?

· Permanence: A DOI always provides a persistent link to the article, even if the journal’s website address changes.

· Citations: DOIs are widely accepted and preferred in citation styles such as APA, MLA, IEEE, and Chicago, ensuring consistency in scholarly references.

· Searchability: DOIs improve the discoverability of research by enabling easy indexing in academic databases and digital libraries.

· Credibility: The presence of a DOI indicates that the work has been formally published, registered, and recognized within the global research ecosystem.

· Interoperability: Since DOIs are integrated with CrossRef and other metadata systems, they support citation linking across publishers and platforms.