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• Chen, Andrew. "What's your viral loop? Understanding the Engine of Adoption."
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• Ransdell, Eric. "Network Effects." Fast Company. Dec. 19, 2007. (Sept. 2, 2009) http://www.fastcompany.com/magazine/27/neteffects.html
• TechDirt. "Building a Viral Business Isn't About Alchemy." Apr. 21, 2008. (Sept. 2, 2009) http://removeme.techdirt.com/articles/20080421/005622897.shtml
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