48.8 And Awe

Computers have become such wonderful instruments. From time to time I come across something that creates a moment of awe. One such moment happened as I saw the figure 48.8. I have 48.8 days of music on my i-pod. If I put it in a player, started it to play each song once nonstop, my i-pod play the last of the 4,984 songs just before 5 p.m. on 7 November.

I am amazed by the how large a pile of records, or even CDs that much music would represent. And I hold it all easily in my hand or pocket. Yes, it is a moment of awe when one thinks about it all. And I can still add about 35% more music.