Last quarter in the US, 90% of all computer sales over $1000 were Macs. Enough drove for you?

Any piece of consumer gear that bursts into flames unexpectedly is fundamentally flawed, and should be replaced without further ado.

Even a piece of gear that was out of warranty, broken from a fall, and capable of jumping 10 feet straight up into the air before exploding (according to the daughter)?

Cyberspace. William Gibson, Neuromancer 1984

Or perhaps you're referring to the term cyberspace. First used in published form by Vernor Vinge, True Names 1981

Establishes the prior art, allows to the idea to benefit the public, and you can still receive compensation.