'The moat' is a stage in network growth where the network has reached a significant size and has established a strong position in the market. It helps in sustaining growth by creating barriers to entry for competitors. This is achieved through the network's size, user engagement, and other unique features that make it difficult for new entrants to compete.
When a networked product launches, it faces a chicken-and-egg problem: people need to use it for it...
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