Quote by Carl Sagan
All of the books in the world contain no more information than is broadcast as video in a single large American city in a single year. Not all bits have equal value.
Summary
This quote suggests that the vast amount of information contained in all the books in the world pales in comparison to the amount of information transmitted through video in a single year in a major American city. However, it also asserts that not all pieces of information are equally valuable. The quote implies that quantity does not necessarily equate to quality and highlights the need to discern and prioritize valuable information amidst the vast volume of data available.
Topics
Technology
By Carl Sagan