We've done a basic C module which I really enjoyed. Shame they aren't offering a more advanced module next semester. I'm awaiting the Kernighan and Ritchie book to hopefully fill in any gaps and extend my knowledge. I've been trying to read as much about secure programming techniques in the early stage of my learning too, so I dont maintain bad habits. I've been trying to conform to style(9) too, which will hopefully keep me going in the right direction. Thanks Tom
On 10/05/06, Nick Guenther <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > On 5/10/06, Tom <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Hello, > > I'm currently studying for a BSc in Network Computing. I'm in a dilemma > as > > to whether to pick a module in C++ or one in low level techniques > (covering > > assembly language). > > My goal from getting the degree is to have a better understanding of > > information systems security and hopefully be able to contribute code > back > > to the FOSS community. > > Can anyone advise on which of the two module choices would be best in > > achieving these goals? Being exam time, lecturers seem a bit > preoccupied, > > and I'd like to start self study as soon as possible. > > > > Hope someone can help. > > Regards, > > Tom > > C++ sucks, try to learn C instead. However, knowing assembly will not > get you contributing much code back since most of it is in C or a > scripting language. A dilemma ineed. > > -Nick
