A parent's primer to computer slang
From Microsoft's A parent's primer to computer slang, we can learn all about that hip new jive lingo all those crazy computer whiz-kids are using!
FOr example, here are some "Leet* words possibly indicating illegal activity" !
* - information-age slang is commonly referred to as leetspeek, or leet for short.
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FOr example, here are some "Leet* words possibly indicating illegal activity" !
- 'warez' or 'w4r3z': Illegally copied software available for download.
- 'h4x': Read as 'hacks,' or what a computer hacker does.
- 'sploitz' (short for exploits): Vulnerabilities in computer software used by hackers.
- 'pwn': A typo-deliberate version of own, a slang term that means to dominate. This could also be spelled '0\/\/n3d' or 'pwn3d,' among other variations. Online video game bullies or 'griefers' often use this term."
* - information-age slang is commonly referred to as leetspeek, or leet for short.
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