Hacking 101: How to Break Into ComputersWithin the boundaries of good ethics, About.com will show you resources on how computer security does have holes, and how it is possible to exploit those holes. Now, let's hope you use this knowledge for good...
How Bad Hacking Really Is: An Interview With An ExpertJacques Erasmus is a "white hat" hacker... a once-dishonorable craftsman who has now chosen to work for the protection of corporate networks. Here is a video of how Windows XP gets hacked, and Jacques explains the steps...
Hacking Basics: What is Your IP Address?If you want to learn about hacking computers, then start here: identify how your computer has a digital fingerprint. This helpful website will scan your computer and identify your internet protocol address (IP address), your connection location on the planet, and the digital ports and software you are using. Neat.
Security Basics for Home ComputingIf you subscribe to broadband cable or DSL, then you are at high risk for casual hackers. There are three simple steps you can take to reduce your hacker attacks by 90%! See this excellent tutorial by security professional, Tony Bradley
Wireless Networking Security for the HomeIf you just installed "WiFi" for your house, then do spend 15 minutes checking out these six safeguarding tips, including changing your Identifier ID, enabling WEP encryption, and shutting down identifier broadcasting. Excellent information for the new wireless owner.
"Help! I Think I've Been Hacked!"Your computer starts to run a little weird. You notice the drive light blinking when you aren’t doing anything and the system seems a little slow. At first you may shrug it off, then you notice some weird program in your Startup group. There is a good chance your system has been hacked. If so, then this article is for you...