The Matrix

In 1999 there was a flick that changed the way we see films thanks to its unique scenario and stunning visual effects. Of course, we are referring to The Matrix, which, despite its undeniable awesomeness, had a few inconsistencies with the most glaring one being that since you need an operator in the real world to dial you in and out of the Matrix, how did Cypher manage to enter, meet Agent Smith, betray his buddies, and then return to the real world as though nothing happened?