Hackers (anthology)

Hackers is an anthology edited by Jack Dann and Gardner Dozois, published in 1996. The book collects science fiction short stories and novelettes that explore the theme of hacking, broadly defined as the clever manipulation of computer systems and networks, often for subversive or unauthorized purposes.

The stories within Hackers cover a range of topics related to hacking culture, including virtual reality, artificial intelligence, computer security, privacy, social engineering, and the ethical dilemmas faced by hackers. The authors featured in the anthology are prominent figures in science fiction, and their contributions offer diverse perspectives on the potential benefits and dangers of increasingly interconnected technologies. The anthology is considered a significant contribution to the cyberpunk and science fiction genres, influencing the understanding and representation of hacking in popular culture. The works included often depict hackers as complex characters, operating outside the law but sometimes motivated by a desire for knowledge, freedom of information, or social justice.