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= Cyberpunk =
Cyberpunk is a subgenre of science fiction that focuses on a combination of low-life and high-tech. It features advanced technological and scientific achievements, such as artificial intelligence and cybernetics, juxtaposed with a degree of societal breakdown or radical change.

== Origins ==
The term "cyberpunk" was first coined by author Bruce Bethke in his 1983 short story "Cyberpunk." It gained prominence as a genre through works such as William Gibson's [[Neuromancer]] and the film [[Blade Runner]], which presented dystopian futures where advanced technology and digital networks dominate.

== Themes ==
Cyberpunk typically explores themes such as:
* [[Artificial Intelligence]] and consciousness
* Cybernetics and human augmentation
* The impact of technology on society and the individual
* Corporate hegemony and government power
* Urban decay and dystopian futures

== Notable Works ==
Some notable works in the cyberpunk genre include:
* ''Neuromancer'' by [[William Gibson]]
* ''Snow Crash'' by Neal Stephenson
* ''Blade Runner'' directed by Ridley Scott
* ''Ghost in the Shell'' by Masamune Shirow

== Influence ==
Cyberpunk has influenced various media, including literature, film, video games, and fashion. It has inspired a range of derivative genres such as post-cyberpunk and biopunk.

== See also ==
* [[Science Fiction]]
* [[Dystopia]]
* [[Cybernetics]]

== References ==
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[[Category:Science Fiction Genres]]
[[Category:Dystopian Themes]]
[[Category:Technology in Fiction]]

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