Network Effects

Why the value of a network grows faster than the network itself

Click the graph to add nodes. The chart on the right builds dynamically as your network grows.

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The Models

Sarnoff's Law (V ∝ n): Broadcast value. Adding one viewer adds one unit of value.

Odlyzko's Law (V ∝ n log n): Diminishing utility in massive networks.

Metcalfe's Law (V ∝ n²): Telecommunications value. Each participant adds a connection for every existing member.

Reed's Law (V ∝ 2ⁿ): Group-forming value (DAOs/communities). Scales with possible subgroups.