node

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Node' refers to an individual point or spot in a network where pathways or lines intersect or branch. Imagine it like a relay station.

Examples in Different Contexts

In a social network analysis, individuals are considered 'nodes', and the study focuses on how information, influence, or disease spreads through the network of connections.

Practice Scenarios

Impact

Scenario:

We identified a community group that's been very active in sustainability efforts. They'd be a valuable partner for our green initiatives.

Response:

That sounds promising. How can we integrate their efforts into our sustainability node?

Tech

Scenario:

We're facing a bottleneck in the network that's impacting the system performance. We need to explore possible solutions to this issue.

Response:

Considering the bottleneck we're experiencing, should we introduce more nodes to the network for better data flow?