Graphic Components > Introducing Graphic Components > The Network Component

The network component is based on the ILOG JViews grapher. It shows network nodes interconnected by links. The network component has support for editing the network, navigation, automatic layout of nodes and links, and background maps. It also supports pop-up menus and tooltips.

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Figure 1.1 Network Component

The network component can be configured either through a CSS file, where you define all its associated settings (map displayed in the background, display of toolbar or overview window, zoom policy, and so on), or through an API.