Week 4: Cybernetics, Cyberspace and Cyberpunk

Cyberspace and Cyberpunk

What is cyberspace? Is it real? Where is it?
Cyberspace is the environment where communication occurs over virtual networks

Is Facebook in cyberspace?
Yes, Facebook is in cyberspace as Facebook is not a tangible item

Cybernetics is the study of systems of command, control and communication in machines and animals. 

What is an example of a cybernetic product from your own life?

My smartphone is an example of cybernetic product in my life (due to A.I).

Is iTunes a cybernetic system? Is the University?
Yes and yes, both can be completely utilized online.

Do cybernetics leave out the human element?

Cybernetics will usually have a human element as it is designed by humans for human interaction.

What is an example of Cyberpunk from your own media consumption?

Hacking may be an example of Cyberpunk, and specifically the case of Julian Assange and how wikileaks is either a method of freedom of information and government protection, or if it is seen an invasion of privacy and protection of government workings.

Is Hunger Games cyberpunk or fantasy? What is the difference?

The hunger games is both fantasy and cyberpunk, as it has non-real elements with non-human species and elements which are fantasy-based, however it is majority cyberpunk as it is a virtual world where real-life consequences can occur (including death and injury).