cyberspace
n. virtual space, theoretical place in which one is located when connected to a computer network such as the Internet (Computers) | ||||
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Cyberspace Definition from Computer & Internet Dictionaries & Glossaries
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cyberspace
<jargon> /si:'ber-spays/ 1. (Coined by William Gibson) Notional "information-space" loaded with visual cues and navigable with brain-computer interfaces called "cyberspace decks"; a characteristic prop of cyberpunk SF. In 1991 serious efforts to construct virtual reality interfaces modelled explicitly on Gibsonian cyberspace were already under way, using more conventional devices such as glove sensors and binocular TV headsets. Few hackers are prepared to deny outright the possibility of a cyberspace someday evolving out of the network (see network, the).
2. Occasionally, the metaphoric location of the mind of a person in hack mode. Some hackers report experiencing strong eidetic imagery when in hack mode; interestingly, independent reports from multiple sources suggest that there are common features to the experience. In particular, the dominant colours of this subjective "cyberspace" are often grey and silver, and the imagery often involves constellations of marching dots, elaborate shifting patterns of lines and angles, or moire patterns.
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<jargon> /si:'ber-spays/ 1. (Coined by William Gibson) Notional "information-space" loaded with visual cues and navigable with brain-computer interfaces called "cyberspace decks"; a characteristic prop of cyberpunk SF. In 1991 serious efforts to construct virtual reality interfaces modelled explicitly on Gibsonian cyberspace were already under way, using more conventional devices such as glove sensors and binocular TV headsets. Few hackers are prepared to deny outright the possibility of a cyberspace someday evolving out of the network (see network, the).
2. Occasionally, the metaphoric location of the mind of a person in hack mode. Some hackers report experiencing strong eidetic imagery when in hack mode; interestingly, independent reports from multiple sources suggest that there are common features to the experience. In particular, the dominant colours of this subjective "cyberspace" are often grey and silver, and the imagery often involves constellations of marching dots, elaborate shifting patterns of lines and angles, or moire patterns.
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cyberspace
/si:'br-spays`/ n. 1. Notional `information-space' loaded with visual cues and navigable with brain-computer interfaces called `cyberspace decks'; a characteristic prop of cyberpunk SF. Serious efforts to construct virtual reality interfaces modeled explicitly on Gibsonian cyberspace are under way, using more conventional devices such as glove sensors and binocular TV headsets. Few hackers are prepared to deny outright the possibility of a cyberspace someday evolving out of the network (see the network). 2. The Internet or Matrix (sense #2) as a whole, considered as a crude cyberspace (sense 1). Although this usage became widely popular in the mainstream press during 1994 when the Internet exploded into public awareness, it is strongly deprecated among hackers because the Internet does not meet the high, SF-inspired standards they have for true cyberspace technology. Thus, this use of the term usually tags a wannabee or outsider. Oppose meatspace. 3. Occasionally, the metaphoric location of the mind of a person in hack mode. Some hackers report experiencing strong eidetic imagery when in hack mode; interestingly, independent reports from multiple sources suggest that there are common features to the experience. In particular, the dominant colors of this subjective `cyberspace' are often gray and silver, and the imagery often involves constellations of marching dots, elaborate shifting patterns of lines and angles, or moire patterns.
/si:'br-spays`/ n. 1. Notional `information-space' loaded with visual cues and navigable with brain-computer interfaces called `cyberspace decks'; a characteristic prop of cyberpunk SF. Serious efforts to construct virtual reality interfaces modeled explicitly on Gibsonian cyberspace are under way, using more conventional devices such as glove sensors and binocular TV headsets. Few hackers are prepared to deny outright the possibility of a cyberspace someday evolving out of the network (see the network). 2. The Internet or Matrix (sense #2) as a whole, considered as a crude cyberspace (sense 1). Although this usage became widely popular in the mainstream press during 1994 when the Internet exploded into public awareness, it is strongly deprecated among hackers because the Internet does not meet the high, SF-inspired standards they have for true cyberspace technology. Thus, this use of the term usually tags a wannabee or outsider. Oppose meatspace. 3. Occasionally, the metaphoric location of the mind of a person in hack mode. Some hackers report experiencing strong eidetic imagery when in hack mode; interestingly, independent reports from multiple sources suggest that there are common features to the experience. In particular, the dominant colors of this subjective `cyberspace' are often gray and silver, and the imagery often involves constellations of marching dots, elaborate shifting patterns of lines and angles, or moire patterns.
| Glossary of the European Information Society |
Cyberspace
Word invented by the writer William Gibson in his play "le Neuromacien". It describes the virtual space in which the electronic data of worldwide PCs circulate.
Word invented by the writer William Gibson in his play "le Neuromacien". It describes the virtual space in which the electronic data of worldwide PCs circulate.
| WebGuest Web Glossary |
Cyberspace
Term to describe the Internet , coined by author William Gibson in his novel "Neuromancer". Cyberspace is a virtual space, you're in Cyberspace when you are cruising the Web .
Term to describe the Internet , coined by author William Gibson in his novel "Neuromancer". Cyberspace is a virtual space, you're in Cyberspace when you are cruising the Web .
| Jensen's Technology Glossary |
Cyberspace
A term coined by William Gibson in his fantasy novel "Neuromancer" to refer to a near-future computer network where users mentally travel through matrices of data. The term is now used to describe the Internet and the other computer networks.
A term coined by William Gibson in his fantasy novel "Neuromancer" to refer to a near-future computer network where users mentally travel through matrices of data. The term is now used to describe the Internet and the other computer networks.
| Internet Glossary |
Cyberspace
Term originated by author William Gibson in his novel Neuromancer the word Cyberspace is currently used to describe the whole range of information resources available through computer networks.
Term originated by author William Gibson in his novel Neuromancer the word Cyberspace is currently used to describe the whole range of information resources available through computer networks.
| Internetworking Terms |
Cyberspace
A term coined by William Gibson in his fantasy novel Neuromancer to describe the "world" of computers, and the society that gathers around them. [Source: ZEN]
A term coined by William Gibson in his fantasy novel Neuromancer to describe the "world" of computers, and the society that gathers around them. [Source: ZEN]
| INTERNET TERMS&ACRONYMSV1.0 |
CYBERSPACE
A term used to describe the whole range of infomation resources available through computer networks.
A term used to describe the whole range of infomation resources available through computer networks.
Cyberspace Definition from Government Dictionaries & Glossaries
| DOD Dictionary of Military Terms |
cyberspace
The notional environment in which digitized information is communicated over computer networks. (JP 2-01.3)
The notional environment in which digitized information is communicated over computer networks. (JP 2-01.3)
Cyberspace Definition from Language, Idioms & Slang Dictionaries & Glossaries
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cyberspace
Noun
1. a computer network consisting of a worldwide network of computer networks that use the TCP/IP network protocols to facilitate data transmission and exchange
(synonym) Internet, Net
(hypernym) computer network
Noun
1. a computer network consisting of a worldwide network of computer networks that use the TCP/IP network protocols to facilitate data transmission and exchange
(synonym) Internet, Net
(hypernym) computer network
| Australian Slang |
Cyberspace
1. perceived space of a virtual reality system; 2. metaphorical space in which the information available on the Internet exists; hence, the Internet itself (coined by William Gibson in the science-fiction novel “Neuromancer” (1984) in which it referred to a world-wide computer matrix to which human brains could directly link)
1. perceived space of a virtual reality system; 2. metaphorical space in which the information available on the Internet exists; hence, the Internet itself (coined by William Gibson in the science-fiction novel “Neuromancer” (1984) in which it referred to a world-wide computer matrix to which human brains could directly link)
| English Slang Dictionary v1.2 |
cyberspace
the imaginary place that exists between computers and their users, particularly on the Internet and in virtual reality. The term was coined by the author William Gibson in the book Neuromancer
the imaginary place that exists between computers and their users, particularly on the Internet and in virtual reality. The term was coined by the author William Gibson in the book Neuromancer
| hEnglish - advanced version |
cyberspace
cyberspace
n : a computer network consisting of a worldwide network of computer networks that use the tcp/ip network protocols to facilitate data transmission and exchange [syn: internet]
cyberspace
n : a computer network consisting of a worldwide network of computer networks that use the tcp/ip network protocols to facilitate data transmission and exchange [syn: internet]
Cyberspace Definition from Law Dictionaries & Glossaries
| European Commission Glossary of Justice and home affairs |
Cyberspace
Denotes the platform for information and communication offered by the Internet. (See Organised crime: Cybercrime)
Denotes the platform for information and communication offered by the Internet. (See Organised crime: Cybercrime)
Cyberspace Definition from Arts & Humanities Dictionaries & Glossaries
| A Dictionary of Postmodern Terms |
cyberspace
an internet word. All of the internet occurs in "
an internet word. All of the internet occurs in "
Cyberspace Definition from Science & Technology Dictionaries & Glossaries
| Technical English by wpv |
Cyberspace
A term used to refer to the electronic universe of information available through the Internet.
A term used to refer to the electronic universe of information available through the Internet.
Cyberspace Definition from Encyclopedia Dictionaries & Glossaries
| Wikipedia English - The Free Encyclopedia |
Cyberspace
- For the song by AC/DC, see Cyberspace (song).
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