Steven Levy is an American journalist and author who has written extensively about technology and culture. He is best known for his books Hackers: Heroes of the Computer Revolution and Insanely Great: The Life and Times of Macintosh, the Computer That Changed Everything. He has also written for Wired, Newsweek, and The New York Times Magazine. Levy's work focuses on the history and impact of technology on society. He has explored the development of the personal computer, the rise of the Internet, and the impact of digital technology on our lives. He has also written about the development of artificial intelligence, the impact of the digital revolution on the music industry, and the history of cryptography. Levy is a passionate advocate for the open source movement and has written extensively about the importance of open source software and the need for collaboration between developers and users. He has also written about the importance of privacy and security in the digital age. Levy is a respected voice in the technology world and his work has been widely praised for its insight and clarity. He is a frequent speaker at conferences and events and has been featured in numerous documentaries and television shows.