noun a point at which lines or pathways intersect or branch; a central or connecting point
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In mathematics, a node can refer to a point of intersection or connection in a graph or a point of convergence in a sequence or series.
In computer science, a node is a basic unit used in data structures such as linked lists, trees, and graphs to store and represent data.
In physics, a node can refer to a point of zero displacement in a standing wave or a point of zero amplitude in a vibrating system.
In biology, a node can refer to a point of branching or connection in a biological structure, such as a plant stem or a phylogenetic tree.
In networking, a node refers to any device that is connected to a network, such as computers, servers, routers, or switches.
In the field of writing, a node can refer to a central point in a network or a point of intersection in a plot or story structure.
Psychologists may use the term 'node' when discussing cognitive networks or neural networks in the brain.
In computer science, a node is often used to represent a data point in a data structure such as a linked list or a tree.
In networking, a node can refer to any device connected to a network, such as a computer, server, or router.
Data analysts may use the term 'node' when working with graph databases or analyzing data in a network structure.