The first word in the book in my right hand is 'A'. Then Comes an 'L'. Then comes and 'S'...
Can you say retroactive interference? No need to fill your head with worthless trash; it will interfere with your retrieval of useful information.
How about False information? Of course, you could argue that information has to be true... Not an easy thing to argue, though.
I would say that any set of information could be more of an annoyance than a boon in the right circumstances. (Why aren't you memorizing the dictionary in your free time? It's full of information!) I'm busy not learning ring theory as we speak. As useful and interesting as it is I just don't think it's worth my time right now.
Piq: That's a big if.