"The Hacker Ethic" is a book written by Pekka Himanen and published in 2001. The book is a philosophical exploration of the values and principles of the hacker community and its impact on society. The book argues that the hacker ethic, which values open access, transparency, and collaboration, can be a powerful force for positive change in the world, and that it is closely related to the traditional values of humanism and the idea of the 'good life.'
The book explores the history of hacking, the philosophy of technology, and the role of hackers in the digital revolution. It also examines the relationship between the hacker ethic and the traditional values of Western society, such as democracy and capitalism.
The book has been widely praised for its insightful and thought-provoking exploration of the hacker ethic, and has been credited with helping to promote a better understanding of the hacker community and its values. It has been translated into several languages and has been widely read and discussed in academic circles. Pekka Himanen is a Finnish philosopher and writer, and a researcher of information technology ethics. He is also known for his work on the relationship between technology and human values.