We consider a non-cooperative model of information networks where communication is costly and not fully reliable. We … examine the nature of Nash networks and efficient networks. <p>We find that if the society is large, and link formation costs … are moderate, Nash networks as well as efficient networks will be `super-connected' i.e. every link is redundant in the …

equilibrium networks as well as study the effects of network structure on individual behavior. Our analysis shows that both …

We develop a model of strategic networks that captures two distinctive features of interfirm collaboration: bilateral … to invest in R&D, and the architecture of collaboration networks. In the absence of firm rivalry, the complete network …, under strong market rivalry the complete network is stable, but intermediate levels of collaboration and asymmetric networks …

We consider a non-cooperative model of information networks where communication is costly and not fully reliable. We … examine the nature of Nash networks and efficient networks. …