Overview
Gephi is a desktop application for exploring and visualizing graphs. In influence-operation research it helps reveal clusters of accounts, shared domains, and content-sharing patterns.
Features
- Force-directed layouts for large graphs
- Community detection and centrality metrics
- Rich filtering and visual styling
Typical election use cases
- Mapping relationships between accounts and domains
- Surfacing clusters consistent with coordination
- Producing clear visuals for reports
Limitations
Network analysis reveals coordination, not necessarily attribution. Interpretation requires domain knowledge and careful caveats.
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