Name
Communication and Information
Type
Culture
Description
Instant communication defines modern civilization. Quantum Relay Networks connect nearly every developed system, allowing individuals separated by light-years to communicate almost instantly. Universal translators automatically interpret spoken and written languages while preserving cultural nuance, making cooperation between civilizations routine.
Public knowledge is protected through countless educational archives, libraries, historical repositories, and distributed information networks maintained by governments, universities, Synth Consensus servers, and the Obsidian Concord. Although classified information certainly exists, unrestricted access to education and scientific knowledge is considered one of the greatest achievements of the Reconstruction Era.
Truth is regarded as civilization's strongest defense against fear, ignorance, and manipulation.