Linked: The New Science of Networks

Summary

The book «Linked: The New Science of Networks» by Albert-László Barabási explores the nature and structure of networks that permeate all aspects of our lives, from social networks to biological systems. The author explains how networks form and evolve, using examples from various fields such as the internet, economics, and biology. Barabási introduces the concept of scale-free networks, where some nodes have significantly more connections than others, and shows how this property affects the resilience and vulnerability of networks. The book also examines the principles governing networks, such as the strength of weak ties and the six degrees of separation phenomenon, demonstrating how these principles can be applied to solve practical problems in science and business.