(...Being a ramble through mnemonics, phonetics, information
theory, pi, absolute zero, and cosmology, also touching on
rutabagas and conches.)Sometimes we need...
(...Being a ramble through mnemonics, phonetics, information
theory, pi, absolute zero, and cosmology, also touching on
rutabagas and conches.)Sometimes we need to commit a number to
short-term memory, such as an street address or parking garage
berth. More important numbers (for phones or credit cards, PINs or
birthdays) call for long-term memorization although smart phones
increasingly fill that gap. But even with a smart phone it is
pleasantly useful to have the option to...
(...Being a ramble through mnemonics, phonetics, information
theory, pi, absolute zero, and cosmology, also touching on
rutabagas and conches.)Sometimes we need to commit a number to
short-term...