Snow Crash is a science fiction novel written by Neal Stephenson. Set in a near-future where corporations have replaced governments and virtual reality is a pervasive technology, the story follows Hiro Protagonist, a hacker and pizza delivery driver, as he becomes embroiled in a conspiracy involving a dangerous computer virus called Snow Crash. As Hiro delves deeper into the mystery, he uncovers a plot that could have devastating consequences for both the real world and the virtual realm. Snow Crash is a fast-paced and thought-provoking novel that explores themes of technology, linguistics, and the power of information.