> In the Matrix case, the computer also has to interact with every plugged = in > human so it would need to work in real time. Plugged in humans are in stasis / dream. Their reality has no time link to their surroundings so real time is not needed for activities in their world - you can clock them at whatever speed you wish :-). Russell --=20 http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist .