If you’re under the impression that something as simple as sorting numbers is dull, think again. This visualization lets you see and hear fifteen different algorithms sift their way through a ...

Sorting socks can be sped up using science, researchers have claimed. Scientists said the frustrating and dull task of pairing socks can be made much quicker and more effective by using an algorithm.

The algorithm Christian recommends here is a radix sort. "The basic idea of a radix sort is that you want to create categories apart - so let's say colour.

PhD student Timo Bingmann has created an amazing video showing sorting algorithms in action. And it's surprisingly awesome!