Graphics Reference
In-Depth Information
Figure 9-1:
Many types of links connect the two authors on LinkedIn's
social network.
Most of the time, using LinkedIn, you will see only single links between
people, such as the direct connection between the authors. However, being
able to see the multiple links provides additional insights not available
with summary links. In this particular LinkedIn example, the links indicate
common connections based on work, school, skills, and groups, which could
be used as a basis for starting a discussion or searching for commonality
with other parties.
Note that some graph software (such as Gephi) handles only one link
between a pair of nodes (or two directed links). Other graph software (such
as Cytoscape) may handle many links between pairs of nodes. The next
few examples use Cytoscape. You must ensure that all the links are visibly
displayed. Cytoscape, for example, contains a “level of detail” feature that
turns off the display of fine details such as labels and multiple links when
you are zoomed out and then turns them on when you zoom in. You can
validate that all the links are visible by zooming in and out, or you can make
all links and labels visible by using the View
⇒
Show Graphic Details menu.
