Encyclopedia Galactica: Dup
A Dup is a digitalized copy of a sentient mind achieved through the process of brain mapping. This Dup can then exist on an appropriately sized computer platform. It is not as accurate as a Ghost but doesn’t carry with it the nasty side effect of destroying the brain copied. Dups are often used as a sort of life insurance policy. It is illegal to have multiple copies of yourself extant at any one time, so Dups are often used as a hedge against death for those who can afford the high cost. If the original copy of the Dup is destroyed then the Dup is activated and presumably can carry on the life of the original in some fashion.
