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| If you don't understand how to compress and decompress an
archived file [ie. a zipped file (.zip)] then you really need to read a basic book on
computing etc. before moving on. Believe it or not, it's more than common to read an email
such as "...what viewer do I need to view the .zip files on your cd?" You need WinZip for Windows buffs) or a similar package (which is just
a front-end for the pkzip and pkunzip utilities (v2.04)...get it, understand it, use it. |
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| If you're completely new to the realm of
computer hacking and the underground, the only way to learn is to read...read...and read
some more. Then experiment with what you start learning, and ask intelligent questions of
those who may know the answers. There is no shortcut to learning to hack. It comes with
understanding and hands on experience, trial and error and a little patience... |
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| When you ask someone (another hacker) a question...don't
be surprised if you get flamed for being a newbie or told to get lost. It seems the
mentality of those who feel they know it all is to horde info. Either way, just make sure
you try and find out the answer and tap all other resources before asking for a blatant
answer without attempting to answer it yourself. One aspect of hacking is being able to
track down information, to solve a problem yourself using all the resources you can think
of before going for the quick fix...research can lead to discovery... |
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| Learn a programming and/or a scripting
language, preferably one that is Unix based (C++, Perl, JavaScript etc.) Learning to
program and write scripts can be vital components in understanding the ins and outs of an
operating system (OS) in order to exploit weaknesses and security holes etc. Understanding
how to exploit a weakness can in turn teach you how to locate and patch them...that is, if
you're not bent on malicious intent, that would be taboo...it's all about exploration and
satisfying curiosity. |
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