Cities: A Metaphor for Social Networks

"Cities: A Metaphor for Social Networks" compares how neighborhoods, streets, and communities inside a city mirror the connections, relationships, and interactions within social networks. Just as a city's layout influences how people meet and share resources, social networks shape how information, support, and influence flow among individuals. The metaphor highlights how diverse groups coexist, collaborate, or compete, illustrating the dynamics of social ties, hierarchy, and communication patterns that drive both urban life and human relationships online or offline.