Following this, i switch modes to analyze the sample prototypes that i helped design to test these theoretical concepts. Chapter 6 introduces the applications section of this thesis, while Chapters 7 and 8 detail Social Network Fragments and SecureId, including the conceptual theory, the algorithms and the design approach. Chapter 7 reflects on the design and concepts behind Social Network Fragments, a visualization tool that i built in collaboration with Jeff Potter. Beginning with an introductory background to social networks, i introduce the motivation behind this awareness tool, reflecting on the importance of social networ ks.
