ISO:
A file that is created from an image of a CD. You can make an iso yourself with a program such as Adaptec Easy CD Creator, or you can burn an *.ISO file to a CD-R to create a copy of a CD.
Bin/cue files:
These are also used to create an image of a CD. Most people burn these with CdrWin or Fireburner. The .bin file contains all the data for the cd, the .cue file is just a small file in text format telling the software exactly how to burn the data onto the CD.
MP3:
Don’t know what these are? What cave have you been you living in? This is a format used to compress music files. You can create your own by encoding .wav files ripped from audio CDs. There are many free players that will play MP3s for you.
Ace files:
These are used to compress/archive data. Use WinAce to decompress them, or to make your own. The normal format for ace files is to have *.ace, *.c01, *.c01, etc.
Rar files:
Another compression/archive format. This is most commonly used on *.iso or *.bin files in order to split them up into smaller files (15 MB is the norm). Winrar and many other utilities can decompress these. Rar files are usually in the format *.rar, *.r01, *.r02, etc. But don’t be surprised if you don’t see a *.rar file. Just open up winrar and point it to *.r01. You also may see them packed as *.001, *.002, etc. (maybe with a *.rar, sometimes not).
Pub:
This is an FTP that has left on anonymous access. Many are owned by large companies, so they have a lot of bandwidth. This makes it possible for one person to send files there and many people can download them at once These are found by scanning ranges of ips (see the FTP tutorial). Just remember, like the name says, these are public. Just because you upload something there or make directories with your name does not make it ‘your pub’. At the same time, realize that if you come across a pub with another person/groups stuff on it that it may be in use to build other pubs from - so don’t ruin it for many people by deleting stuff you find there.
Pub Scanner:
Someone who scours the net for anonymous access FTP sites which permit the creation and deletion of files. These are then exploited by uploading software for others to share.
Pub Stealer:
Someone who posts the IP address of a public FTP site which they themselves have not built. Some pub stealers justify this by claiming that the elitism of private FXP groups discriminates against those people who do not have access, yet others simply post other people’s work to try to claim the credit for themselves. Either way though, pub stealers are despised by the FXP groups and praised by those who would otherwise not have access to them.
Undeletable Pub:
An anonymous access, public FTP site where the permission attributes are set to allow uploads and downloads, but do not permit deletion.
Proxy:
A system that is set up to forward packets… There are many different kinds, check out the proxy tutorial for more info. Basically, a proxy server helps cover up your tracks because you connect to remote computers through the proxy. Think of it as the condom of the Internet!
SFV Files/ CRC Checks:
SFV files contain information about files that they accompany. You can preform a CRC check on the files using a program such as WinSFV. This compares the information in the SFV file to the file itself. If the information doesn’t match, then the file was probably messed up in transfer somehow.. try downloading it again, from a different source if possible.
0-Day:
Latest software releases.
0-Sec:
Same as above, although the period of time between ripping a game or application and it appearing on a warez site is even shorter.
Ace File:
The first file in a series of compressed archives (the one you double click on to decompress all the files at once).
Active List:
Similar to a mailing list, but uses ICQ to send instant messages to subscribers.
Alpha:
Software receives this label when it is in the very early stages of development. Usually full of bugs, so don’t touch it with a barge pole.
Anti-Leech:
A system which uses cgi scripts to prevent people stealing links and then taking the credit for uploading the files.
Appz:
Short for applications.
ASF File:
The worst quality movie file format (still pretty good though), much smaller in size than .dat or .mpg.
Banner Site:
Password and username restricted FTP site. To get the correct login details you must click on several banners.
Beta:
An acronym for Business Software Alliance, an organisation who are responsible for enforcing anti-piracy litigation. Similar groups in charge of controlling software “theft” include the SIIA, SPA and ELSPA.
BSOD:
Many people read about BSODs on bulletin boards and think that they’re being insulted, but there is no need to get paranoid. It is actually an acronym for “Blue Screen Of Death”. These can occur for a multitude of reasons (old Bill likes to keep us guessing!) and are the bane of PC user’s lives.
Bulletin Board:
A virtual meeting place on the web similar to a chat room except that it isn’t in real time. One person leaves a message then others come along, read it and add a reply. Each new discussion is called a new topic or thread and has it’s own link. Whenever a new topic is created the older topics are pushed one place downwards in the list. When someone replies to an older topic it is brought back to the top of the list.
C?? File:
File extension that indicates that a file is part of an .ace or .rar series of compressed files.
Cgi Scripts:
These are referrers which are used in urls. When you click on a link with a cgi reference you are directed to a sponsors website or an anti-leech protected file.
Cookie:
A tiny text file (usually less than 1kb), which is stored on your hard drive when you visit a web site. These are used to remember who you are so that you can access members only areas on the site without having to type in a password every time or to retain your personalised settings so that they are available the next time you visit.
Courier:
Someone who is involved in the logistics of delivering new releases directly from the release groups themselves to FTP sites.
Crack:
A tiny executable file that is used to transform a shareware program into the full version. Also used to remove any copy protection from the main executable of games (this is already been done in “ripped” warez games).
CRC Error:
These can occur when you try to decompress a file that has become corrupt during the downloading process, usually as a result of too much resuming.
Credits:
The amount of data you are permitted to download from a ratio site. The more credits you have the more software you are allowed to download.
DAP:
A quick way of referring to “Download Accelerator Plus”, a free download manager that claims to speed up file transfers by up to three hundred per cent. It works by making multiple connections to the same file and is paid for by revolving advertising banners. Also supports resume.
DAT File:
File format used for movies, identical in quality and size to *.mpg as far as I can tell.
DC:
The lazy way of referring to the Dreamcast, Sega’s latest console incarnation.
Decompression:
Unpacking many files that have been stored in a single archive.
Distro:
A concise means of referring to a distribution FTP site. These are huge storage areas which act as a springboard for the transfer of new releases. Their whereabouts are never public disclosed to aid their survival rate. You can think of them as the initial source from which warez emanates.
Direct Downloads:
Links to actual files rather than other warez sites or pages. These are usually gathered together from many different sites and put on one page for your convenience.
DivX:
Movies ripped from a DVD using the DivX video codecs. Can be played back using DivX player or Windows Media Player (with the rigt codecs installed!).
DIZ File:
Short for description. Very brief text file found in warez archives stating the title of the software, the number of files that makes up the set and the group who released it.
Download (or DL):
Copying files from a web server or FTP site to your computer using a modem.
Emulator:
An application that simulates another computer system or console using your PC.
FAQ:
Stands for Frequently Asked Questions.
FAW:
Abbreviation for “Files Anywhere”, a popular, free web storage service.
File Transfer Protocol (FTP):
The method used to transfer files from one computer to another using a modem.
Flaming:
A general net term for “verbally” attacking someone. This can be done via email, bulletin board, chat room or any medium which involves communication across the web.
Freedrive:
Virtual hard drive storage area on the web. Free to join and anything and everything can be uploaded or downloaded.
Freeware:
Unrestricted software that is downloaded from the net and is completely free to use. Often paid for using advertising.
FTP Client / Browser:
A program used to access, upload and download data from FTP sites.
Fxp:
The art of transferring data from one Ftp site to another using the connection speed of the slower of the two computers.
Gamez:
Pretty self-explanatory this one: stands for games!
Getright:
One of the best download managers available.
Gold:
A piece of software (or a game) is said to have gone gold when the final version is complete and it is ready to ship to the public.
Gozilla:
Another excellent download manager.
Hacking: (See Script Kiddie)
Gaining access to a remote computer without the authorisation to do so. Usually for the purposes of stealing confidential information or the malicious destruction of data.
Hacking: (Realy)
A general term for the activity hackers to. Looking for alternative uses of software or hardware. Making use of holes or exploits in hardware or software to do the objective. Also refers to any ‘quick and dirty’ solution.
Examples:
Xbox Hacking - Make use of features not used my Micr0s0ft.
“Ya got it working” “Yea, But its a bit of a hack” - The person got it working in a not so kosher way.
Hammering:
Repeatedly trying to access an FTP site using an FTP client or download manager.
HTTP:
Stands for “Hypertext Transfer Protocol”. The method you use to view a web page. Always comes before the address of a website in your Url bar.
ICQ:
Derives from the term “I Seek You” and is used for real time chat and transferring files over the internet.
IP Address:
A series of numbers separated by dots used to identify your computer on the Internet.
IRC:
Quote:
Stands for “Instant Relay Chat”. Used for real time chat and transferring files over the Internet.
ISO:
An exact copy of an original CD, all the multimedia bits and pieces are uncut and therefore they are extremely large and awkward to download.
Java:
Html scripts used to add functionality to or bring web pages alive. These include animation, menus, chat rooms, buttons, pop ups and so on.
Key Generator:
A tiny executable program that is capable of creating a serial number from a specified username. These are specific to particular applications or utilities, so a serial number created with one key generator will only work for the program for which the key generator was developed.
Lamer:
An annoying and overused general derogatory term used to insult/put down anyone and everything.
Leeching:
Downloading files without giving anything back in return or copying other peoples links.
Mirror:
An exact copy of a web site that is stored on a different server. Using multiple locations for warez sites allows the site to be accessed using a different address if the main site is deleted.
Modchip:
Very common website sponsor found on warez sites, not this one! Modchips are small pieces of electronic circuitry which allow copied games to be played on your console. If a Playstation or XBox has been fitted with a Modchip it is said to have been “chipped”.
MP3 File:
Compressed music file format. Average track size is between 3 and 4 MB compared to 40-ish meg in *.wav format.
MPG File:
The best quality and largest movie file format.
Multi Web Space Faker:
A tool used to create lots of free web space accounts simultaneously.
Name Zero:
An organisation that offers free website domain names. The main drawbacks are that you have to put up with a very bulky banner residing at the bottom of your page and the fact that you never actually own your chosen address.
NFO File:
Short for info or information. Basic text file containing all the important details relating to a particular release, such as number of files, release date, copy protection system, installation instructions, etc.
Nuked:
A release is said to be nuked if it is completely unplayable. Usually when this happens another group re-releases the particular game, although fixes do sometimes follow on to rescue the game from trash can.
OEM:
An acronym for Original Equipment Manufacturer. OEM software products are repackaged versions of the full retail product. They are often re-branded to suit the needs of the particular vender and are much more reasonable priced because they lack excessive packaging and a hard copy of the manual.
OST:
Not strictly a warez term this one, but one that you are likely to come across while searching for MP3 music. It stands for original soundtrack (movie music).
Patch:
We all know games and applications aren’t perfect. When they are released we would hope that they have been thoroughly tested for bugs and incompatibility problems, but you can guarantee that many of these will still slip through the quality control net. Once the program is released to the general public, the bug reports start to flood in. A patch is a downloadable executive file which takes these reports into account and attempts to incorporate all the fixes for these known problems. A patch can resolve incompatibility problems, prevent crashes or improve the performance of a piece of software.
Piracy:
The replication and distribution of videos or computer software.
Pop-ups:
Irritating browser windows that open automatically when you visit a site. Usually contain voting portals or porn sites.
Port:
A port is a term used when referring to FTP sites and is an essential extension of the address used to access them. If the port number of an FTP site isn’t specified the default setting of 21 will automatically be used.
Pron or pr0n:
A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away someone posted a request for porn on a bulletin board, only, because of a typing error what he ended up asking for was “pron”. Since then this has become a bit of a running joke and so it is now deliberately misspelled.
Psx:
A quick way of referring to the Sony Playstation.
Release Groups:
A group of people who are involved in cracking and/or ripping software and then repackaging it into easily downloadable segments.
Ratio:
Two numbers separated by a semi-colon. Indicates how much data you must upload to an FTP site before you are permitted to download anything.
Reg File:
Tiny file that adds essential configuration details into the registry.
Resume:
The ability to stop and start downloading/uploading a file whenever you choose without having to start from the beginning again.
RiP:
Software that has had all the non-essential gubbins removed to reduce its size. Videos and music are always the first casualties.
Raped:
A release is branded with this term if it has been damaged beyond repair during the ripping process.
RM File:
Shorthand for Real Media, a file format used to encode video sequences, which can only be played back using the “Real Player”. Video clips produced using this format are not of the highest quality, but do have the advantage of a small file size.
ROM:
Games which are designed for other platforms, but are played on the PC using an emulator.
Script Kiddie:
A person who believes they are a hacker. Usualy somone who uses ’scripts’ writen by somone else. They usualy know little about computers and are often power hungery kids.
Serial:
A valid username and password that is saved as a basic text file or in a key-generator and is used to register a shareware program and therefore remove all the restrictions.
Shareware:
Try before you buy software downloaded from the net. Usually like you can try this software for 30 days, 10 times, etc.
Spam:
Unsolicited junk e-mail. Supposedly stands for “Stupid Person’s Annoying Message”. Most of the time porn!
Sponsor:
To make some money webmasters can place adverts on their sites. Each time you click on these adverts or banners they get paid a few cents for bringing potential customers to the sponsors website.
Surfer Friendly (SF):
Surfer friendly sites supposedly have no blind links, pop-ups or porn banners. Don’t be fooled by this label though as some sites will tell you fibs to get you to visit them.
Sys Op:
The person who has the responsibility for running the computer from which an FTP site has been established. When warez is uploaded to public FTP sites and then suddenly goes “Missing In Action” you can often lay the blame at the door of the Sys Op who has an obligation to make sure his/her server stays within the boundaries of the law (i.e. warez free).
Top List:
Chart which lists in rank order the best warez sites. Worked out on the basis of votes.
Trading:
Swapping warez, file for file via FTP, ICQ etc. Not usually approved of by the real warez community who believe that warez should be freely distributed. To put it simply, it is not the “warez way”.
Trainer:
A small, executable program which sits in your taskbar while you play a game. Hotkeys are associated with cheat commands so that when they are pressed you are given extra ammo, weapons, lives or the ability to toggle between invincible/mortal modes, etc.
Trojans:
Nasty virus like attachments which can be merged with executable files. These are tiny so are unlikely to arouse suspicion. They are setting ports open so hackers come in, like the legend: ‘The horse of Tojan’. Can occasionally be found in infected warez files.
UBB:
Shorthand for Ultimate Bulletin Board, currently the most popular script used for creating warez bulletin boards.
UBB Hacks:
This term falsely gives the impression that something destructive or malicious is involved, but when you hear people talking about a hack in the context of bulletin boards they are simply referring to code which helps to improve the functionality of a board. For example a “thread hack” would effect the way in which individual threads look and operate.
Unzip:
Unpacking or decompressing many files that have been stored in a single archive. Technically only used when talking about zip files.
Unrar:
Unpacking *.rar files, see above!
Upload:
Copying files from your computer to a web server or FTP site using a modem.
URL:
Stands for “Uniform Resource Locator”. The web site address you type into your browser.
Voting:
Members of the warez scene are very keen to reach the number one slot of top lists such as Voodoo, Top 60 etc. and will therefore encourage you to vote for their site to improve their position and get the credit they deserve (or not as the case may be!).
Warez:
Full version software that is uploaded to the internet and is available for free download.
Warez Board:
Bulletin board used by the warez community to share links and discuss anything related to warez.
Winace:
Another utility used for decompressing all the common archive formats. Not great in my opinion. See below for a better one.
Winrar:
Utility used for decompressing *.rar files and much more.
Winzip:
An essential tool used to decompress warez files.
Zip:
A common compression format used to store warez.
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(No Ratings Yet) Loading ...Ever wanted to know everything about the movie releases in the warez scene? If so, this is definately worth a read for you. Most of the Warez-Movie-Related terms are explained in here. It will also help you tyo define what quality you have to download before you are pleased. From CAM’s to DVDRip’s & more!
CAM -
A cam is a theater rip usually done with a digital video camera. A mini tripod is sometimes used, but a lot of the time this wont be possible, so the camera make shake. Also seating placement isn’t always idle, and it might be filmed from an angle. If cropped properly, this is hard to tell unless there’s text on the screen, but a lot of times these are left with triangular borders on the top and bottom of the screen. Sound is taken from the onboard microphone of the camera, and especially in comedies, laughter can often be heard during the film. Due to these factors picture and sound quality are usually quite poor, but sometimes we’re lucky, and the theater will be fairly empty and a fairly clear signal will be heard.
TELESYNC (TS) -
A telesync is the same spec as a CAM except it uses an external audio source (most likely an audio jack in the chair for hard of hearing people). A direct audio source does not ensure a good quality audio source, as a lot of background noise can interfere. A lot of the times a telesync is filmed in an empty cinema or from the projection booth with a professional camera, giving a better picture quality. Quality ranges drastically, check the sample before downloading the full release. A high percentage of Telesyncs are CAMs that have been mislabeled.
TELECINE (TC) -
A telecine machine copies the film digitally from the reels. Sound and picture should be very good, but due to the equipment involved and cost telecines are fairly uncommon. Generally the film will be in correct aspect ratio, although 4:3 telecines have existed. A great example is the JURASSIC PARK 3 TC done last year. TC should not be confused with TimeCode , which is a visible counter on screen throughout the film.
SCREENER (SCR) -
A pre VHS tape, sent to rental stores, and various other places for promotional use. A screener is supplied on a VHS tape, and is usually in a 4:3 (full screen) a/r, although letterboxed screeners are sometimes found. The main draw back is a “ticker” (a message that scrolls past at the bottom of the screen, with the copyright and anti-copy telephone number). Also, if the tape contains any serial numbers, or any other markings that could lead to the source of the tape, these will have to be blocked, usually with a black mark over the section. This is sometimes only for a few seconds, but unfortunately on some copies this will last for the entire film, and some can be quite big. Depending on the equipment used, screener quality can range from excellent if done from a MASTER copy, to very poor if done on an old VHS recorder thru poor capture equipment on a copied tape. Most screeners are transferred to VCD, but a few attempts at SVCD have occurred, some looking better than others.
DVD-SCREENER (DVDscr) -
Same premise as a screener, but transferred off a DVD. Usually letterbox , but without the extras that a DVD retail would contain. The ticker is not usually in the black bars, and will disrupt the viewing. If the ripper has any skill, a DVDscr should be very good. Usually transferred to SVCD or DivX/XviD.
DVDRip -
A copy of the final released DVD. If possible this is released PRE retail (for example, Star Wars episode 2) again, should be excellent quality. DVDrips are released in SVCD and DivX/XviD.
VHSRip -
Transferred off a retail VHS, mainly skating/sports videos and XXX releases.
TVRip -
TV episode that is either from Network (capped using digital cable/satellite boxes are preferable) or PRE-AIR from satellite feeds sending the program around to networks a few days earlier (do not contain “dogs” but sometimes have flickers etc) Some programs such as WWF Raw Is War contain extra parts, and the “dark matches” and camera/commentary tests are included on the rips. PDTV is capped from a digital TV PCI card, generally giving the best results, and groups tend to release in SVCD for these. VCD/SVCD/DivX/XviD rips are all supported by the TV scene.
WORKPRINT (WP) -
A workprint is a copy of the film that has not been finished. It can be missing scenes, music, and quality can range from excellent to very poor. Some WPs are very different from the final print (Men In Black is missing all the aliens, and has actors in their places) and others can contain extra scenes (Jay and Silent Bob) . WPs can be nice additions to the collection once a good quality final has been obtained.
DivX Re-Enc -
A DivX re-enc is a film that has been taken from its original VCD source, and re-encoded into a small DivX file. Most commonly found on file sharers, these are usually labeled something like Film.Name.Group(1of2) etc. Common groups are SMR and TND. These aren’t really worth downloading, unless you’re that unsure about a film u only want a 200mb copy of it. Generally avoid.
Watermarks -
A lot of films come from Asian Silvers/PDVD (see below) and these are tagged by the people responsible. Usually with a letter/initials or a little logo, generally in one of the corners. Most famous are the “Z” “A” and “Globe” watermarks.
Asian Silvers / PDVD -
These are films put out by eastern bootleggers, and these are usually bought by some groups to put out as their own. Silvers are very cheap and easily available in a lot of countries, and its easy to put out a release, which is why there are so many in the scene at the moment, mainly from smaller groups who don’t last more than a few releases. PDVDs are the same thing pressed onto a DVD. They have removable subtitles, and the quality is usually better than the silvers. These are ripped like a normal DVD, but usually released as VCD.
Formats
VCD -
VCD is an mpeg1 based format, with a constant bitrate of 1150kbit at a resolution of 352×240 (NTCS). VCDs are generally used for lower quality transfers (CAM/TS/TC/Screener(VHS)/TVrip(analogue) in order to make smaller file sizes, and fit as much on a single disc as possible. Both VCDs and SVCDs are timed in minutes, rather than MB, so when looking at an mpeg, it may appear larger than the disc capacity, and in reality u can fit 74min on a CDR74.
SVCD -
SVCD is an mpeg2 based (same as DVD) which allows variable bit-rates of up to 2500kbits at a resolution of 480×480 (NTSC) which is then decompressed into a 4:3 aspect ratio when played back. Due to the variable bit-rate, the length you can fit on a single CDR is not fixed, but generally between 35-60 Mins are the most common. To get a better SVCD encode using variable bit-rates, it is important to use multiple “passes”. this takes a lot longer, but the results are far clearer.
XVCD/XSVCD -
These are basically VCD/SVCD that don’t obey the “rules”. They are both capable of much higher resolutions and bit-rates, but it all depends on the player to whether the disc can be played. X(S)VCD are total non-standards, and are usually for home-ripping by people who don’t intend to release them.
DivX / XviD -
DivX is a format designed for multimedia platforms. It uses two codecs, one low motion, one high motion. most older films were encoded in low motion only, and they have problems with high motion too. A method known as SBC (Smart Bit-rate Control) was developed which switches codecs at the encoding stage, making a much better print. The format is Ana orphic and the bit-rate/resolution are interchangeable. Due to the higher processing power required, and the different codecs for playback, its unlikely we’ll see a DVD player capable of play DivX for quite a while, if at all. There have been players in development which are supposedly capable, but nothing has ever arisen. The majority of PROPER DivX rips (not Re-Encs) are taken from DVDs, and generally up to 2hours in good quality is possible per disc. Various codecs exist, most popular being the original Divx3.11a and the new XviD codecs.
CVD -
CVD is a combination of VCD and SVCD formats, and is generally supported by a majority of DVD players. It supports MPEG2 bit-rates of SVCD, but uses a resolution of 352×480(ntsc) as the horizontal resolution is generally less important. Currently no groups release in CVD.
DVD-R -
Is the recordable DVD solution that seems to be the most popular (out of DVD-RAM, DVD-R and DVD+R). it holds 4.7gb of data per side, and double sided discs are available, so discs can hold nearly 10gb in some circumstances. SVCD mpeg2 images must be converted before they can be burnt to DVD-R and played successfully. DVD>DVDR copies are possible, but sometimes extras/languages have to be removed to stick within the available 4.7gb.
MiniDVD -
MiniDVD/cDVD is the same format as DVD but on a standard CDR/CDRW. Because of the high resolution/bit-rates, its only possible to fit about 18-21 mins of footage per disc, and the format is only compatible with a few players.
Misc Info
Regional Coding -
This was designed to stop people buying American DVDs and watching them earlier in other countries, or for older films where world distribution is handled by different companies. A lot of players can either be hacked with a chip, or via a remote to disable this.
RCE -
RCE (Regional Coding Enhancement) was designed to overcome “Multiregion” players, but it had a lot of faults and was overcome. Very few titles are RCE encoded now, and it was very unpopular.
Macrovision -
Macrovision is the copy protection employed on most commercial DVDs. Its a system that will display lines and darken the images of copies that are made by sending the VHS signals it can’t understand. Certain DVD players (for example the Dansai 852 from Tescos) have a secret menu where you can disable the macrovision, or a “video stabaliser” costs about 30UKP from Maplin (http://www.maplin.co.uk)
NTSC/PAL -
NTSC and PAL are the two main standards used across the world. NTSC has a higher frame rate than pal (29fps compared to 25fps) but PAL has an increased resolution, and gives off a generally sharper picture. Playing NTSC discs on PAL systems seems a lot easier than vice-versa, which is good news for the Brits icon_smile.gif An RGB enabled scart lead will play an NTSC picture in full colour on most modern tv sets, but to record this to a VHS tape, you will need to convert it to PAL50 (not PAL60 as the majority of DVD players do.) This is either achieved by an expensive converter box (in the regions of £200+) an onboard converter (such as the Dansai 852 / certain Daewoos / Samsung 709 ) or using a World Standards VCR which can record in any format.
Release Files
RARset -
The movies are all supplied in RAR form, whether its v2 (rar>.rxx) or v3 (part01.rar > partxx.rar) form.
BIN/CUE -
VCD and SVCD films will extract to give a BIN/CUE. Load the .CUE into notepad and make sure the first line contains only a filename, and no path information. Then load the cue into Nero/CDRWin etc and this will burn the VCD/SVCD correctly. TV rips are released as MPEG. DivX files are just the plain DivX - .AVI
NFO -
An NFO file is supplied with each movie to promote the group, and give general iNFOrmation about the release, such as format, source, size, and any notes that may be of use. They are also used to recruit members and acquire hardware for the group.
SFV -
Also supplied for each disc is an SFV file. These are mainly used on site level to check each file has been uploaded correctly, but are also handy for people downloading to check they have all the files, and the CRC is correct. A program such as pdSFV or hkSFV is required to use these files.
Usenet Information
Access -
To get onto newsgroups, you will need a news server. Most ISPs supply one, but this is usually of poor retention (the amount of time the files are on server for) and poor completition (the amount of files that make it there). For the best service, a premium news server should be paid for, and these will often have bandwidth restrictions in place.
Software -
You will need a newsreader to access the files in the binary newsgroups. There are many different readers, and its usually down to personal opinion which is best. Xnews / Forte Agent / BNR 1 / BNR 2 are amongst the popular choices. Outlook has the ability to read newsgroups, but its recommended to not use that.
Format -
Usenet posts are often the same as those listed on VCDQUALiTY (i.e., untouched group releases) but you have to check the filenames and the description to make sure you get what you think you are getting. Generally releases should come down in .RAR sets. Posts will usually take more than one day to be uploaded, and can be spread out as far as a week.
PAR files -
As well as the .rxx files, you will also see files listed as .pxx/.par . These are PARITY files. Parity files are common in usenet posts, as a lot of times, there will be at least one or two damaged files on some servers. A parity file can be used to replace ANY ONE file that is missing from the rar set. The more PAR files you have, the more files you can replace. You will need a program called SMARTPAR for this.
Scene Tags
PROPER -
Due to scene rules, whoever releases the first Telesync has won that race (for example). But if the quality of that release is fairly poor, if another group has another telesync (or the same source in higher quality) then the tag PROPER is added to the folder to avoid being duped. PROPER is the most subjective tag in the scene, and a lot of people will generally argue whether the PROPER is better than the original release. A lot of groups release PROPERS just out of desperation due to losing the race. A reason for the PROPER should always be included in the NFO.
SUBBED -
In the case of a VCD, if a release is subbed, it usually means it has hard encoded subtitles burnt throughout the movie. These are generally in malaysian/chinese/thai etc, and sometimes there are two different languages, which can take up quite a large amount of the screen. SVCD supports switch able subtitles, so some DVDRips are released with switch able subs. This will be mentioned in the NFO file if included.
UNSUBBED -
When a film has had a subbed release in the past, an Unsubbed release may be released
LIMITED -
A limited movie means it has had a limited theater run, generally opening in less than 250 theaters, generally smaller films (such as art house films) are released as limited.
INTERNAL -
An internal release is done for several reasons. Classic DVD groups do a lot of .INTERNAL. releases, as they wont be dupe’d on it. Also lower quality theater rips are done INTERNAL so not to lower the reputation of the group, or due to the amount of rips done already. An INTERNAL release is available as normal on the groups affiliate sites, but they can’t be traded to other sites without request from the site ops. Some INTERNAL releases still trickle down to IRC/Newsgroups, it usually depends on the title and the popularity. Earlier in the year people referred to Centropy going “internal”. This meant the group were only releasing the movies to their members and site ops. This is in a different context to the usual definition.
STV -
Straight To Video. Was never released in theaters, and therefore a lot of sites do not allow these.
ASPECT RATIO TAGS -
These are *WS* for widescreen (letterbox) and *FS* for Fullscreen.
RECODE -
A recode is a previously released version, usually filtered through TMPGenc to remove subtitles, fix color etc. Whilst they can look better, its not looked upon highly as groups are expected to obtain their own sources.
REPACK -
If a group releases a bad rip, they will release a Repack which will fix the problems.
NUKED -
A film can be nuked for various reasons. Individual sites will nuke for breaking their rules (such as “No Telesyncs”) but if the film has something extremely wrong with it (no soundtrack for 20mins, CD2 is incorrect film/game etc) then a global nuke will occur, and people trading it across sites will lose their credits. Nuked films can still reach other sources such as p2p/usenet, but its a good idea to check why it was nuked first in case. If a group realise there is something wrong, they can request a nuke.
NUKE REASONS :: this is a list of common reasons a film can be nuked for (generally DVDRip)
** BAD A/R ** :: bad aspect ratio, ie people appear too fat/thin
** BAD IVTC ** :: bad inverse telecine. process of converting framerates was incorrect.
** INTERLACED ** :: black lines on movement as the field order is incorrect.
DUPE -
Dupe is quite simply, if something exists already, then theres no reason for it to exist again without proper reason.
(1 votes, average: 5.00 out of 5) Loading ...Somethimes it can be a pain in the ass that you’ve just spend all night downloading the latest CAM version of a movie and you really don’t know how the quality will be. This is why I’m posting this tutorial; it saves all your time… you can just have to download 1 part of the complete movie and with that you can see the quality of the rest of the movie.1. Download only part one to your desktop.
2. Right click on the RAR part one and click on EXTRACT FILES. a window will open
3. In that window go down to MISCELLANEOUS, and check the box KEEP BROKEN FILES
4. In the large window highlight the place to save the file and click on OK
5. When the RAR extraction stops and say’s you need part 2,
just cancel the extraction and part 1 will remain as a playable part.
Now view with VLC or what ever player you use and check the quality of video and sound.
Saves a lot of Download time on a bad CAM copy.
(2 votes, average: 5.00 out of 5) Loading ...Since the internet is a great resource to find movies and subtitles I guess this tutorial/application will come in handy with a lot of people. You can just download this application:
ConvertXtoDVDv2.2.2.256._ZaeBB.BIZ_.zip (Rapidshare)
ConvertXtoDVDv2.2.2.256._ZaeBB.BIZ_.zip (Megaupload)
You can find subtitles here:
www.0rg.com
www.opensubtitles.org
1.You add your video file to the project.
2.Use the drop-down menu and when you see something of subtitles just right click on it and add your subtitle file.
3.Convert the Movie to DVD
4.Burn it with the in-build DVD Burner
5.Take some popcorn
6.Enjoy watching your DVD
Have Fun !
(No Ratings Yet) Loading ...Did you ever wonder how its ’s possible that you can just copy a complete DVD yourself and put it in your home collection. It’s pretty easy once you know how to do it. After reading this I’m sure your home collection will grow quickly!
You need 2 applications for this (as stated in the title)
1: DVDShrink 3.2.0.15
2: DVDDecrypter v3.5.4.0
DVD Decrypter is a program designed to copy the files of copy right protected DvD’s to your HDD. Once there the files are around 8GB, in order to be burnt to a standard blank DvD, these files need to be shrunken down to the correct size. This is where DvD Shrink comes in, but DvD Shrink has many more features, such as removing unwanted audio tracks and subtitles and remove un-needed parts of the DvD (like previews and advertisements).
Step 1
Insert the movie you wish to copy and then run DvD Decrypter.
Wait for the movie to load, you will have a screen that looks like this:
Take note as of where you are saving the files (like c:\DvD\Video_TS)
Now press the button that shows a picture of a CD with an arrow pointing to a HDD
Wait a bit for the files to copy.
Step 2
Run DvD Shrink.
You’ll see what looks like this at the top:
Select “Open Files” - browse the for the folder Video_TS or whatever you named it.
After opening DvD Shrink will do a quick anaylasis of the files.
Now you should be faced with a screen like this:
Notice the compression is set to Automatic and the files are shrunk down to about 4GB. Leave it at this unless you want the files smaller (if so select Custom Shrink, the more you shrink, the lesser the quality).
Here you can also choose to remove certain audio tracks and subpicture (making compression less tight improving the quality).
Once you’re ready, click the button “Backup!” at the top of the screen.
This box will pop up:
Here you can go to the “Region” tab, and choose to make the DvD region free (this will allow the DvD to be played in any Region DvD Player). You may also want to go to the “Burn Settings” tab - here I usually set the burn speed to 4x for an error free burn.
Once you’re ready hit “OK!” to begin copying. Be sure to have a blank DvD in your burner.
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You need an ed2k client such as eMule (open source, and most popular basic client), eDonkey (founding father of ed2k, now officially shutdown), or Shareaza (not recommended).
Okay, I’ve downloaded and installed a client… what about the files ?
You should simply be able to click the links you want and they’ll add to your client 
I get an error (404 or similar) from my browser or the file just won’t add to my client when I click a link.
Go in to your client’s options and find the option “Take ed2k links” (or similar) and check or push the button. Also, it’s recommended that you browse the site using Firefox.
I’ve added a link and it’s in my client, but other than that nothing’s happening.
Make sure you’ve let the client through your firewall or router. If the progress bar remains red, or you have 0 sources for a file make sure your client is connected.
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Since so many people want to know how mIRC works I decide to write a tutorial. This is a very easy tutorial that anyone can follow without any knowledge of a computer. You will find out that mIRC is an alternative way to download files, most of the times with fast speed.First of all download mirc from http://www.mirc.com
Then when youve downloaded mIRC open it.
1)Normally a windows pop’s up named mIRC option ( if not Click on Tools>Options)
2)Click On DCC: On send request > Auto Get file and if file exists >Resume on chat request > Auto-accept
3)Click on Folders (it’s in the menu when you slide open DCC).
Then you click add and youn add the following line
Code:
*.zip,*.tar,*.iso,*.bin,*.rar,*.cue,*.mp3,*.wmv,*.wma,*.mpg,*.mpeg,*.asf,*.mdf
just type in all the extensions you woant to download later seperated by a “,”
and you click ok.
4) Click on ignore Method > Disabled and the “v” at the bottom should be removed.
After youve done that youre mIRC is ready to be used for downloading appz,movies,games,music,…
Just go to one of the sites:
http://www.ircspy.com (I Prefer this one!)
http://www.packetnews.com
http://www.xdccspy.com
Type in your search and their should come results with always a number
CLick on one of the numbers as explained in the pictures.
After done that your mIrc opens and you can chose 3things. Choose to pen a new connection and Click Ok
After your computer has connected with the channel(There have to be 2windows that were openend in mIRC) press ctrl v and the computer should past something in the chat bar then press enter and wait for your download to begin.
I hope you will have good fun with downloading from mIRCEnjoy!
(No Ratings Yet) Loading ...This is a page that will lead you trough on the way to download a file on rapidshare. This guide does not describe what premium users have to do. This a tutorial for the free users only.
First of al you must search for the file that you wish to download. In this guide I am going to use the open source GlossyBlue Wordpress template.
1)Whenever you are on a download page you should look for any rapidshare.com links, in this case I will have to download the following file:
http://rapidshare.com/files/73567549/eMule-0.48a-_Scarangel_2.4_-_ZaeBB_TVU_Edition.zip
2) Copy and paste the link in your browser adress bar and go to that link.
3)You will come on the rapidshare.com /rapidshare.de ’s website. Scroll down and click on “FREE” See image below…
4)Scroll down on the next page and wait untill the timer has reached 0 seconds. If there wasn’t a timer then skip this step and enter the image verification that is asked for and after that click on the download link.
(1 votes, average: 2.00 out of 5) Loading ...To upload a file via megaupload, , rapidshare, filefactory, … just follow these simple steps:
Select a file to send by clicking the “Browse” button. You can then select photos, audio, video, documents or anything else you want to send. The maximum file size is 500 MB.
You may choose who you want to send a file to. If you just want to get the link to your file stored on our server, leave the optional fields blank.
Click the “Send” button to start uploading the file. You will see the progress of the file transfer. Please don’t close your browser window while uploading or it will cancel the upload.
If you entered an optional recipient e-mail address, they will be sent the link of the file. They can then simply click the link to your file to download it.
If you entered your e-mail address (optional), you will be sent the link and delete link to your file stored on our server. You can share it for example on forums, websites, messengers, etc.
Notes:
If you have understand how does it work with Megaupload, you are ready to share your files via megaupload, rapidshare, filefactory, …. and such kind of Free files hosters…
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