Sim City?

What is the concept of "a computerized model of reality (simulation)?" Is it a self-contained universe, replete with it's "laws of physics" and "logic" while bearing a resemblance to the real world. Is it a model of reality with direct and strong relationship to the world? These elements are important in the simulation world because there is no need for flight simulations in a world without airplanes. In the visually tantalizing movie, “The Matrix”, the …showed first 75 words of 566 total…

…showed last 75 words of 566 total…The altered state affects our mind. This interaction is called “reality.” But when it comes down to it, it’s simple. Can anyone leap across buildings and move from body to body as the agents in the Matrix? Laws of physics apply to everyone, why not them? This is where the distinction of “real” and “virtual” will fade. The Matrix thus is not impossible. But that it is possible - does not make it real.