If you believe that what sets us apart from every other living thing on our planet is; the ability to walk upright, abstract thought, opposable thumbs or that we are capable of comprehending our own demise -- well, not quite. It's our immense proficiency at gathering information, storing it and passing it on that makes the difference. It started with -- but these days certainly isn't limited to -- language. Our ability to relate complex ideas rapidly and efficiently gives us a species wide consciousness that can be tapped when needed. I know that answers are not always forthcoming -- or correct -- but you see my point. Strength really does come in numbers -- even if we don't always get along. A lone human is, well -- lunch!