Title :
Information propagation in hierarchical networks
Author :
Fu, Feng ; Liu, Lianghuan ; Wang, Long
Author_Institution :
Peking Univ., Beijing
Abstract :
A hierarchical network model is proposed, and information propagation process taking place on top of the network is investigated. It is found that the frequency distribution of refractory element number is bimodal and the location of initially chosen seed infection affects the spreading range of the information. Besides, when the initially selected individual belongs to a certain intermediate layer, the maximum spreading range of the information would be achieved. Our results can help optimize and control information spreading on social networks.
Keywords :
complex networks; hierarchical systems; information networks; hierarchical network; information propagation; Biochemistry; Cellular networks; Complex networks; Frequency; IP networks; Network topology; Probability distribution; Service oriented architecture; Social network services; USA Councils;
Conference_Titel :
Decision and Control, 2007 46th IEEE Conference on
Conference_Location :
New Orleans, LA
Print_ISBN :
978-1-4244-1497-0
Electronic_ISBN :
0191-2216
DOI :
10.1109/CDC.2007.4434650
