What does the "other" tab in itunes mean?

yesterday i downloaded the new version of i tunes and had 10gb left on my i phone and in the "other" tab down the bottom it now says 3.18gb i dont know what type of files contributes to it can anyone help?

Other can be Album Artwork, Notes, Contacts, Firmware etc. or ( in the case of an iPod that can be enabled for disk use, files that are on there if you are using an iPod as a removable storage device). If you feel that Other is being incorrectly reported then try restoring your iPhone: Backing Up, updating, and restoring your iPhone and iPod touch software

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