Caelestis Ulterius RPG Information Databank |
COMPUTER SKILLS
Artificial Intelligence: There are a variety of artificial intelligences scattered throughout the world. They range from simple computers and devices using fuzzy logic and heuristics to control simple devices, such as temperature and power output, to rogue devices modeled on the neural network of the human mind. A character with this skill is able to understand how artificial intelligence systems work, how they "think" and "understand" the world around them, how to communicate with them and how to reprogram them, either directly or by argument. Experts are able to build and repair computer (50% base proficiency). Requires: Computer Operations. Base Skill: 30% + 5% per level of experience. Adds bonus of +5% to all other computer skills.
Computer: Crime Cybercrime, or computer-oriented crime, is the crime that involves a computer and a network. The computer may have been used in the commission of a crime, or it may be the target. Cybercrimes can be defined as: "Offences that are committed against individuals or groups of individuals with a criminal motive to intentionally harm the reputation of the victim or cause physical or mental harm, or loss, to the victim directly or indirectly, using modern telecommunication networks such as Internet (networks including chat rooms, emails, notice boards and groups) and mobile phones (Bluetooth/SMS/MMS)". Cybercrime may threaten a person or a nation's security and financial health. Issues surrounding these types of crimes have become high-profile, particularly those surrounding hacking, copyright infringement, unwarranted mass-surveillance, sextortion, child pornography, and child grooming. There are also problems of privacy when confidential information is intercepted or disclosed, lawfully or otherwise. Further cybercrime is defined from the perspective of gender and defined 'cybercrime against women' as "Crimes targeted against women with a motive to intentionally harm the victim psychologically and physically, using modern telecommunication networks such as internet and mobile phones". Internationally, both governmental and non-state actors engage in cybercrimes, including espionage, financial theft, and other cross-border crimes. Cybercrimes crossing international borders and involving the actions of at least one nation state is sometimes referred to as cyberwarfare. Base Skill: 40% + 5% per level of experience.
Computer: Data Manipulation Data manipulation is the process of changing data to make it easier to read or be more organized. For example, a log of data could be organized in alphabetical order, making individual entries easier to locate. Data manipulation is often used on web server logs to allow a website owner to view their most popular pages as well as their traffic sources. Users in the accounting field or similar fields often manipulate data to figure out product costs, sales trends, or potential tax obligations. Stock market analysts are frequently using data manipulation to predict trends in the stock market and how stocks might perform in the near future. Computers may also use data manipulation to display information to users in a more meaningful way, based on code in a software program, web page, or data formatting defined by a user. Base Skill: 40% + 5% per level of experience.
Computer: Design Also known as Computer Architecture, Computer design is the art of assembling logical elements into a computing device; the specification of the relation between parts of a computer system specification, a detailed description of design criteria for a piece of work neural net, neural network and the structure and organization of a computer's hardware or system software and its computable processes and structures. Base Skill: 40% + 5% per level of experience.
Computer Hacking: This is a computer skill similar to computer programming; however, the emphasis of the skill is breaking computer access codes to gain illegal access to other computer systems and steal or sabotage its data. The character is an expert in tracing computer data, bypassing defense systems, and breaking ("hacking") codes; add a one time bonus of +5% to the cryptography, surveillance, and locksmith (electronic and computer controlled locks only) skills if the character is a hacker. Base Skill: 15% + 5% per level of experience. Requires: The ability to read and write, Computer Operation, Computer Programming, and at least Mathematics - Basic.
Computer: Hacking-Bypass Ethical hacking and ethical hacker are terms used to describe hacking performed by a company or individual to help identify potential threats on a computer or network. An ethical hacker attempts to bypass system security and search for any weak points that could be exploited by malicious hackers. This information is then used by the organization to improve the system security, to minimize or eliminate any potential attacks. Base Skill: 25% + 5% per level of experience.
Computer Imaging: This skill deals with scanning images and enhancing them to the artist's whim, making soldiers more heroic, monsters more fierce, etc. Can also be used to parody and blackmail as well. The CS Department of Propaganda Ministries deals harshly with anyone using this ability against the CS, even in jest. Base Skill: 25% + 4% per level of experience.
Computer Keyboarding: This skill allows the PC to type at a keyboard at a good speed of 5 times their I.Q. without making a mistake. They can write at 6 times their I.Q. 80% mistake free. This skill is good for typing programs and transfer of data.
Computer Language: There are hundreds of different computer languages. The character can specify in only one. There are many languages that are used by the military alone here is an example of some of them: Digital RAD (helps in programming radar) Digital COM (helps in translating current digital signal into audio and vise versa, for use in communications) Digital COP (helps in scrambling codes and unscrambling codes), etc. Civilian uses can be as many as 50 different languages COBOL, Binary, Basic, Machine Language, Tech -Lang1 are just some examples. GM's can create their own, but it has to do something with either the Civilian population, or the military, high tech bandits, etc. Plus, there has to have a purpose and doesn't have to be an outrageous language, just something straight forward. It is impossible for a character to be able to know all of the different languages, but not impossible for a character to learn at least 100 or more different ones, so keep this mind.
Another thing to remember is the actual spoken language of the creator that has encoded computer language. There are different programs for the various languages in the World. Base Skill: 35% + 5% per level of experience
Computer Networks: Getting information out of national and international computerized data networks is a job for a specialist. Characters with this skill can use their abilities to track down names, addresses, phone numbers, license plates, and just about anything else. Base Skill: 55% + 5% per level of experience.
Computer Operations: A knowledge of how computers work, along with the skills to operate peripherals like keyboards, printers and modems. Characters can follow computer directions, enter and retrieve information, and similar basic computer operations. However, this does NOT include programming or hacking. Base Skill: 40% + 5% per level of experience. Requires: Literacy
Computer Programming: Advanced computer knowledge that includes designing, programming, debugging and testing computer programs and software. Hacking is possible, but at a penalty of -40% unless the character also has the computer hacking skill.
Base Skill: 30% + 5% per level of experience. Requires: Computer Operation and Literacy.
Computer Repair: Knowledge of the internal electronics of computers and related devices (terminals, printers, modems, etc.). The character can attempt to repair or sabotage computers. Note that figuring out the repair or sabotage procedure counts as one roll, and the actual repair is a second roll. A failed roll means the repair is faulty and does not work (try again). No computer operation or programming skills are included nor required to fix computers. Many computer repair personnel don't even know how to turn the computer on! Base Skill: 25% + 5% per level of experience
Computer: Research Training in the use of methods, techniques, and locations, for finding information, specifically using computer networks, databases, libraries, computerized records/ encyclopedias, etc. This skill is helpful in locating information about people, places and things. The game master will ultimately regulate the availability of accessible, known information regarding a particular subject. In some cases, there may be a ton of history and information, while, in others, very little or nothing at all (which may reveal something by its sheer lack of info). The research skill simply gives characters access to available data.
Base Skill: 35% + 5% per level of experience. Requires Computer operation, and literacy
Computer: Super Computers These ultrafast, ultra-expensive machines are so fast that they would melt without a constant flow of liquid nitrogen running through the system. They operate thousands of times faster than normal computers and are used for the most sophisticated problems. Base Skill: 25% + 5% per level or experience.
Computer: Technology
Computer technology is the activity of designing, constructing, and programming computers. Computer technology directly correlates with information technology. Computer technology encompasses a developing list of different software programs and devices. Computer technology is also a very popular degree program offered by many colleges; this degree program tends to focus on learning current operating systems, hardware/software training and computer repair. The first major development in computer technology was in 1946, with a vacuum tube-based computer model that was produced to aid in military efforts. Since the invention of computers and the internet, technology including operating systems, platforms, hardware and software has rapidly advanced. Mobile computing technology has redefined how nations communicate as well as how information is sent and received. From laptops to netbooks to smartphones, e-readers and tablets, the options are endless and mounting. People use mobile computing in every aspect of life, whether it is to send a quick email, upload and share photos or read entire books. Computers no longer exclusively belong to a few select businesses; rather, computer technology is easily accessible to every person, young or old. Even those who have disabilities can utilize computer technology, thanks to developments in assistive technologies. Base Skill: 30% + 5% per level of experience
VR/3D Systems: This is the technology to create computer generated virtual landscapes. The knowledge to create the physical interfaces such as VR/3D helmets that incorporate visual and auditory stimulus to a character. This is not as advanced as cyberjacking or Neural Interfaces so it is not a effective way to control any machines that require quick reaction times, but it also does not subject the character to the dangers of a connection to the nervous system. Thus protecting the character from damage from hostile computer programs designed to screw up the "software" of the character's nervous system. Base Skill: 30% + 5% per level of experience
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