Abstract: A networked multiplayer gaming system is described having an intelligent game controller that permits a game player to disconnect from the system without impacting the game play for the multitude of other players on the system. The system described includes at least one player connected to the a gaming platform over a network with interruptible connection, wherein the system comprises a player tracking system for tracking the performance of a player relative to other players on the gaming platform. The system further includes a detection system for detecting when one of the players becomes disconnected to the system, in which case a game play simulation engine for automatically replacing a players actions activates an automated player mode that simulates the actions of the player that has been disconnected from the network with an automated simulated player that has response times, interactive coordinated movements and aggression behavior that is similar to the disconnected player's recorded history.

Abstract: A guided remote storage (GRS) is described for a portable computing device (PCD) capable of holding any type of digital information. The information required by the PCD does not need to be stored on the device but can be stored on a remote tower that holds information required for these devices. To the extent a user would like to use some of the information, the PCD can download it from the tower, effectively giving the device much more memory. The system ideally requires constant communication between the PCD and the tower. In the event the PCD can not maintain constant communication with the tower, the system will provide for intelligent exchange of information between the device and the tower. To solve the problem with intermittent service, the PCD can be provided with a GPS and the service provider will have a map of the areas that have service and the areas that don't have service. Information can then be downloaded on to the device based on this mapping information and the projected movement of the PCD.

Abstract: A guided remote storage (GRS) is described for a portable computing device (PCD) capable of holding any type of digital information. The information required by the PCD does not need to be stored on the device but can be stored on a remote tower that holds information required for these devices. To the extent a user would like to use some of the information, the PCD can download it from the tower, effectively giving the device much more memory. The system ideally requires constant communication between the PCD and the tower. In the event the PCD can not maintain constant communication with the tower, the system will provide for intelligent exchange of information between the device and the tower. To solve the problem with intermittent service, the PCD can be provided with a GPS and the service provider will have a map of the areas that have service and the areas that don't have service. Information can then be downloaded on to the device based on this mapping information and the projected movement of the PCD.