Strange Computer Languages: A Hacker’s Field Guide

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  Strange Computer Languages: A Hacker’s Field Guide Why do we build radios or clocks when you can buy them? Why do we make LEDs blink for no apparent purpose? Why do we try to squeeze one extra frame out of our video cards? We don’t know why, but we do. That might be the same attitude most people would have when learning about esolangs — esoteric programming languages — we don’t know why people create them or use them, but they do. We aren’t talking about mainstream languages that annoy people like Lisp, Forth, or VBA. We aren’t talking about older languages that seem cryptic today like APL or Prolog. We are talking about languages that are made to be… well… strange. We have to start at the beginning. INTERCAL. This was started as a joke in 1972 and the acronym is purportedly for Compiler Language With No Pronounceable Acronym. There was no actual implementation, though, until around 1990. Now there are two: C-INTERCAL and CLC-INTERCAL. Since INTERCAL is a parody, it makes some very o
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"Breaking Down Brute Force Attacks: Understanding the Threat and How to Protect Yourself"

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BRUTE FORCE ATTACK

 A brute force attack is a type of cyber attack that attempts to gain unauthorized access to a system or network by repeatedly trying different combinations of characters as a password. The attacker uses automated software to generate and try a large number of possible combinations, in the hopes that one of them will be the correct password.

Brute force attacks can be directed at any type of login page, including those for email accounts, social media accounts, and even online banking. The goal of the attack is to gain access to sensitive information, such as personal data and financial information.

One of the most common methods of brute force attacks is through the use of dictionaries, which are lists of words and common passwords that the attacker will use in their attempts to gain access. These attacks can also be directed at specific individuals or organizations, using information about the target to narrow down the list of possible passwords.

Brute force attacks can be highly effective, as they rely on the fact that many people use weak and easily guessable passwords. It is important to take steps to protect yourself from these attacks, such as using strong and unique passwords, enabling two-factor authentication, and regularly monitoring login attempts.

Another important step is to use security measures such as rate limiting and account lockout policies, which can help to slow down or stop brute force attacks by limiting the number of login attempts that can be made in a given period of time.

It is also important to be aware of the signs of a brute force attack, such as repeated failed login attempts and suspicious activity on your accounts. If you suspect that your system or network has been targeted in a brute force attack, it is important to take immediate action to protect your data and to contact the appropriate authorities for help.

Overall, brute force attacks are a serious threat to the security of online systems and networks. By taking steps to protect yourself, you can help to keep your personal and financial information safe from these attacks. It is important to stay informed about the latest threats, and to take steps to secure your accounts and systems.



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