1) Markets where strong network effects are present oftenexhibit a winner-take-all or winner-take-most dynamic. What networkeffects-related advantages can a dominant incumbent enjoy that helpit repel rivals, and why is it so difficult for a newcomer todisplace the dominant player in these markets?
2) How has the rise of microblogging in general, and Twitter inparticular, impacted the way people communicate and dobusiness?
3) How does Uber ensure high driver quality?
4) What is distributed computing? Briefly explain the variousconcepts used in conjunction with distributed computing.
5) List some of the advantages that app developers enjoy whencompared with browser-based or packaged software development.