Matrix Overview Chapter
The opening chapter of Unwired brings you everything you need to know about the impact of of the wireless Matrix and computer technologies on the Sixth World and their pervasive role in everyday life. It explores the role of Augmented and Virtual Realities in all aspects of daily life, from the home and workplace, to corporate research labs and the deepest darkest shadows.

By 2070 there are few places in the Sixth World untouched by Matrix technology and this chapter delves into exactly what that means; exploring the myriad applications of Matrix tech to business, education, social networking, and a variety of different fields. This chapter eases you into the obvious and more subtle obvious realities of life in an Augmented world.

But this world where knowledge is at your fingertips is not without its dangers and menaces—and Matrix Overview also provides insight into Matrix crimes, the warez scene, the looming threat of a surveillance society, and the virtues and flaws of a balkanized total information society.

The chapter wraps with a brief look at those talented souls who specialize in using and exploiting the Matrix: hackers, riggers, and spiders.



Media and Spider artwork by Eric Williams.