Most web content is typically displayed in a hierarchical format, but what if content could be displayed as a graph instead? This would allow for a more flexible presentation that can visually communicate the relationships between ideas and concepts. However, hierarchies are common because they match the way new concepts or topics are typically explained. Hierarchies provide an implicit mental model to the reader and allow for easier scanning and navigation. Content graphs, on the other hand, are less familiar and can be confusing for readers. They also lack a clear starting point and can be overwhelming. Additionally, organizing content in a graph can be challenging and may lead to chaos or dilution of relevant information. Despite the benefits of displaying content as a graph, it is rarely done because it is difficult to design, unfamiliar to readers, overly flexible, hard to write for, and not suitable for small or large volumes of content.
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