What Is A Network? Network Theory – Part 1 olvin.com

What is a network?

A network is a collection of components that are connected by relationships between pairs of these components. For instance, a social network is a collection of people with pair-wise acquaintance or friendship-based connections [1]. 

Similarly, an electric grid network is a collection of generators, substations, and consumers connected by electrical transmission lines [2]. In both of these cases, as in all networks, both the individual components as well as the characteristics of their connections will influence how the system behaves.

Similarly, an electric grid network is a collection of generators, substations, and consumers connected by electrical transmission lines [2]. In both of these cases, as in all networks, both the individual components as well as the characteristics of their connections will influence how the system behaves.