"TAP" | |
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Short story by Greg Egan | |
Country | Australia |
Language | English |
Genre(s) | Science fiction |
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Published in | Asimov's Science Fiction |
Publication type | Periodical |
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Publication date | September 1995 |
"TAP" is a 1995 science fiction novelette by Australian writer Greg Egan. [1]
The story is set in a near-future society in which brain implants allow immersive virtual reality. The implants also allow a new kind of language called TAP, Total Affective Protocol. TAP is essentially a way of making qualia into words.
TAP words can be read like English, or invoked to be experienced, like virtual reality.
"TAP" was a finalist for the 1996 Hugo Award for Best Novelette. [2]