Early use of the word "punk" to signify a criminal.
The word "cybernetics" coined by Norbert Wiener
The word "cyborg" coined by Manfred Clynes
The Ramones release first album; punk begins
Software published (Jan.)Gibson attends ArmadiloCon and reads the opening chapter of his work-in-progress, Neuromancer. "Behind the Mirrorshade: A Look at Punk SF" panel held. (Oct.) Blade Runner released
