(1) A literary term used to describe a genre based on science fiction, but with emphasis on advanced
technology. Cyberpunk was inspired by William Gibson’s 1982 novel “Neuromancer”.
(2) Slang term used to describe a lifestyle, or subculture based around
technology such as
computer games, online
chatting,
surfing, and other activities pertaining to the
Internet and
World Wide Web. It includes
gamers,
hackers,
crackers, and
phreaks.