Datasphere

This technology involves data processing and storage, computational power, and disseminating information on a worldwide level. It also includes recording and storing the data (and essence) of complex organic brains in a permanent, near-immortal state. Collectively, we use the term “datasphere” to describe the worldwide wireless network that connects a wide variety of devices, satellites, and other machines to store and exchange data. However, a number of such networks might exist in the Ninth World (and beyond— some of these networks could be connected to interplanetary, interstellar, intergalactic, or interdimensional sources).

The category also encompasses artificial intelligences, unique characters that are sometimes almost like spirits or gods. Their power is limited only by the technology that they can still access. Artificial intelligences could live within the datasphere itself or be confined to unconnected devices or machines. They might use holograms to project a presence into the real world or build automated bodies to interact in a physical state. (Or they could find both of those options ridiculous or abhorrent.)

An interesting concept could be that different artificial intelligences from different eras exist within the datasphere together. They would be as alien to each other as humans and extraterrestrials. The intelligences might work together or wage constant war, or they might not even be aware of each other’s existence.

Utility

Most people accessing the Datasphere attempt to withdraw useful information. A common side-effect of tapping in is a flood of random images and training in mundane (or sometimes esoteric!) skills.

Access & Availability

Oftentimes, access to the Datasphere requires unique cyphers or special abilities. Nanos and Aeon Priests often access the network as might Wrights on occasion.

Complexity

While the Datasphere may seem like a simple knowledge compendium, in reality it is far more complex than that. It encompasses other dimensions and houses entire life-forms within itself.

Discovery

The Datasphere has been known to some for many years, but to others not familiar with their history the Datasphere is a complete unknown.