“” target=”"_blank”">Here you will find an interesting article taken from Wired Magazine about the concept of a “”long tale”" in sales. In summary, the article discusses the idea of grouping items together (such as on Amazon.com when they say “”we also recommend”") enabling sales of more diverse items. Theories are being created in which musicians will be able to make a living based on this idea of a “”Long Tale.”"

- I’ve posted about this concept elsewhere, usually in regards to streaming media services like Napster and Rhapsody, where essentially, commercial dead releases are getting a shot at new life through the relatively equal footing that’s created by these services. Look for the “”long tail”" term to take on a life of its on, as more and more people come around to what it enables. – Jordan