If you're into computer-related sci-fi,
Vernor Vinge has also written a novel called A Fire Upon The Deep, which is also mind-bogglingly good.
(Indole Ring, Sun 17 Nov 2002, 0:48, archived)

also noted...
thanky!
( chaotic_illuminator wanking enthusiast, Sun 17 Nov 2002, 0:49, archived)