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	Howstuffworks "How Lock Picking Works"
		Locks come in all shapes and sizes, with many innovative design variations.
		For most of us, the most familiar lock is the standard dead-bolt lock you might find on a front door.
		A deadbolt lock's only job is to make it simple for someone with a key to move the bolt but difficult for someone without a key to move it.
	home.howstuffworks.com /lock-picking.htm (494 words)

	Notes on Picking Pin Tumbler Locks
		Lock picking is a core skill of the locksmithing trade and is also of value to those evaluating, investigating, and studying security systems.
		In an ideal lock, all of the pin holes in the plug would be in perfect alignment with the corresponding holes in the shell, the centerline of the plug would be exactly parallel to that of the shell, and all of the pins would be exactly the same diameter.
		Note that while many locks pick predominantly back to front or front to back, there are exceptions, and you may find that the binding pin stack "jumps around" from the back to the front to the middle and so on.
	www.crypto.com /papers/notes/picking (10130 words)

	Reference.com/Encyclopedia/Lock picking
		Lock picking is the art of unlocking a lock by analysing and manipulating the components of the lock device, without the original key.
		Lock picking is the ideal way of opening a lock without the correct key, while not damaging the lock, allowing it to be rekeyed for later use, which is especially important with antique locks that would be impossible to replace if destructive entry methods are used.
		All responsibility concerning criminal or legal acts using the picks is taken by the user of the lock picks, when the owner of the lock picks may be involved in the jurisdiction or legal process as an accomplice or witness.
	www.reference.com /browse/wiki/Lock-picking (3265 words)

	Lock picking - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Lock picking is the art of unlocking a lock by analysing and manipulating the components of the lock device, without the original key.
		Lock picking does not damage the lock, allowing it to be rekeyed for later use.
		With a warded pick, warded locks are probably one of the easiest locks to pick.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Lock_picking (3284 words)

	Lock picking - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Lock picking is the ideal way of opening a lock without the original key.
		Lever locks can be picked by putting a force on the bolt in the direction that withdraws it, then moving the levers up (and down again if necessary), generally one-by-one until the stump on the bolt passes through the holes in the levers.
		A tubular lock pick is used to keep the pins from moving once they have been picked until all have been picked.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Lockpicking (3284 words)

	The Art of Legal Lock Picking
		Lock picking means to open a lock by use of a flat piece of steel called a pick.
		By picking the lock, you simply replace the function of a key with a pick that raises the pins to their "breaking point," and using a tension wrench one rotates the cylinder to operate the cam at the rear of the lock's cylinder to unlock the mechanism.
		The tension wrench is used to apply tension to the cylinder of the lock to cause a slight binding action on the pins as well as to turn the cylinder after the pins have been aligned by the pick; this opens the lock.
	www.articlealley.com /article_70781_33.html (727 words)

	Lock Picking (Site not responding. Last check: )
		The theory of lock picking is the theory of exploiting mechanical defects.
		Picking a lock that has the springs at the top is different than picking one with the springs at the bottom.
		As the pins are lifted, the picking pressure is resisted by the binding friction and the spring force.
	www.hackcanada.com /ice3/mitlock (9743 words)

	Lock Picking 101 Guide to Lock Picks Locksmithing Lockpick Sets Lockpicking (Site not responding. Last check: )
		curtain pick: this is a form of specialist 2 in 1 pick devised to pick lever locks fitted with a curtain, it enables you to put tension on the curtain/bolt thrower and have access to lift each lever in turn.
		The lock case is installed in a pocket in the door or drawer.
		They work differently from pin tumbler locks in that a given wafer is moved in one direction by a spring on its side, and will protrude through either the top or bottom of the sheer line unless it is aligned properly with the key.
	www.lockpicking101.com /viewtopic.php?t=1069 (2462 words)

	Lock Picking Center by Vincent Chua
		Lock picking is the manipulation of a lock's components to open it without a key.
		On the other hand, there are lock pick sets used by locksmiths in which the picks are made of tempered stainless steel and come in a range of sizes.
		The laws pertaining to possession of lock pick tools are often in the context of discussing burglary, vehicles, or locksmith regulations.
	www.articlecity.com /articles/hobbies/article_978.shtml (499 words)

	Reference.com/Encyclopedia/Locksmithing
		Means of opening a lock often include what you know (a combination), what you have (a key or keycard) or what you are (biometrics).
		However, even a minimal lock can delay a typical intruder for a time, and the disturbance generated in circumventing a high-quality lock, for example by breaking windows or doors, can deter many attackers, causing them to direct their attacks against weaker targets.
		The issue of full disclosure was first raised in the context of locksmithing, in a 19th century controversy regarding whether weaknesses in lock systems should be kept secret in the locksmithing community, or revealed to the public.
	www.reference.com /browse/wiki/Locksmith (945 words)

	Lock Picking for Lock Makers : Oldlocks.com
		The trick to this type picking of locks was to come prepared with a sufficient selection of bent picks to fit the lock.
		The method of picking a lever tumbler lock is very similar to picking the modern pin cylinder lock with the exception of the shape of the tools.
		It IS possible to pick the rest of the levers and then reset the detector by over traveling the bolt in the locked position, but then the entire picking operation must start again.
	www.oldlocks.com /lockpicking.htm (1886 words)

	Lock Picking
		Lock picking is almost as much an art as it is a science.
		The number and variety of locks in current use is staggering, yet the vast majority of locks in use are simple pin-tumbler designs.
		Given access to a single master-keyed lock and its associated key, a procedure is given that allows discovery and creation of a working master key for the system.
	www.fortliberty.org /military-library/lock-picking.shtml (2825 words)

	The Manila Times Internet Edition \| OPINION > Lock picking is child’s play at hackers meet
		Emphatic proof arrived in the form of an 11-year-old girl, who deftly opened typical door locks under the watchful eyes of her mother within minutes of being given a “bump key” and a brief lesson in how to use it.
		Tobias, a lawyer who began picking locks for fun at the age of 15, joked that all he wanted was for pin tumbler lock packaging to bear warnings that the devices could be opened by people with little skill using basic tools.
		Lock picking held an allure for computer hackers, more than 6,000 of which turned out for the 14th annual DefCon conference that ended on Sunday in Las Vegas, according to organizers.
	www.manilatimes.net /national/2006/aug/08/yehey/opinion/20060808opi8.html (504 words)

	Lock Picking Books at Lockpicksales.Net (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Related terms include how to make a good lock pick, master of orion 3 key gen, lock picking free imformation, wholesale lock picks, and master key disk copy software.
		Related phrases are lock pick subaru, master key pepsi machine, locksmith lock picking supplies, locksmith roanoke va, and master key auto.
		In order to be able to open a particular lock it is important to have the right tools on behalf of the occupation.
	www.lockpicksales.net /lock_picking_books.htm (555 words)

	Lock Picking \| by Locksmith video school
		It is important to have this understanding before one can effectively begin the process of picking a lock.
		There is also a "what if I can't pick it section" some locksmiths would like you to believe they are a cross between James Bond and Houdini but that's not the Real World.
		In this segment we go through the process of choosing the proper picks and tension wrench used in the picking process based on the various types of lock cylinders.
	www.locksmithvideoschool.com /lock-picking-course.html (280 words)

	Homemade Lock Picking Tool - Gadget Review
		Lock picking has for a long time been portrayed as an easy to do task in the flicks.
		When picking a lock the real challenge is jostling the tumbler enough to find the correct height (equivalent to the keyâs groove) and locking it in place to move onto the next tumbler.
		Originally used for picking your teeth, the Hummingbird can be modified within 30 minutes, according to Inventgeek, to help you pick locks.
	www.gadgetreview.com /2006/01/homemade-lock-picking-tool.html (425 words)

	alt.locksmithing answers to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
		A "pick gun" is a manual or powered device that uses a vibrating pin to try to bounce the pin tumblers so there are spaces at the shear line so that the plug can rotate.
		Pick guns should not be used on wafer tumbler locks as they will not pick the lock and can damage the wafers and springs.
		Picking a lock is a matter of raising the pins to the shear line, but without the key.
	www.indra.com /archives/alt-locksmithing (10242 words)

	Popgadget: Lockpicking basics
		Trying to fabricate lock pick tools can be intimidating, but the LSI tutorial makes it fun and simple.
		Handmade lock picks aren't guaranteed to work better than the mass produced versions, but they are cheaper and worth a lot more street cred.
		Lock picking is the last thing I would have expected to find here...
	www.popgadget.net /2006/11/lockpicking_bas.php (518 words)

	Chapter 7: Advanced Lock Picking (Site not responding. Last check: )
		In order to excel at lock picking, you must train yourself to have a visually reconstructive imagination.
		Varying the torque as the pick moves in and out of the keyway is a general trick that can be used to get around several picking problems.
		The skill of adjusting the torque while the pick is moving requires careful coordination between your hands, but as you become better at visualizing the process of picking a lock, you will become better at this important skill.
	www.flashback.se /archive/chapter7.html (709 words)

	Did I miss a lock somwhere? - DreamCatcher Forums
		Except for a very rare few chest, every chest in the game is locked, even the ones underwater, which is annoying because you have to almost drown to open some, and I don't think liquid air potions work, least they never seem to work for me. Anyways, I digree..again.
		There are only 2 locked doors that can be picked in the whole game and you can find keys to them (one you mentioned and one in fargrove sewer.
		Lock pick skill at level 0, master lock picks increase your chance to open a chest 15%.
	www.dreamcatchergames.com /forums/showthread.php?t=21791&goto=nextoldest (329 words)

	LOCK PICKING-safe cracking, lock picking, car alarm defeats, magnetic lock picks, tubular lock picking, jigglers, ...
		All 5 techniques are good and work well on easy to pick locks, however, for difficult locks, only one of the techniques works best for that specific hard to pick lock.
		However, until you actual see how a lock is picked, opening a lock is close to impossible.
		The CD first demonstrates how to pick a lock by using a glass see-through model of a lock.
	www.hackershomepage.com /section3.htm (643 words)

	[No title] (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Steel Bolt Hacking is a lock picking book for those that want to learn the art of picking locks as a hobby.
		Lock picking sports groups are springing up all over the world with little or no books to support it.
		Typically the art of lock picking is passed down from locksmith to apprentice and rarely are there any material to help those interested in lock picking, that don't necessarily want to become a locksmith to learn it.
	www.thenetworkadministrator.com /bookstore/SteelBoltHacking.htm (130 words)

	Lock Picking by Vincent Chua
		Lock picking is the activity that opens a lock without the proper key.
		Master locks are one of the hardest locks to be picked!
		There are a lot of lock picking books, which teach us the techniques of lock picking step by step.
	www.articlecity.com /articles/hobbies/article_984.shtml (679 words)

	Lock Picking Tutorials - Basic Lock Picking Explained
		(note: many locks are installed upside down in which case the pins are on the bottom of the lock and the tension wrench is place on top).
		Basically, you use the pick to scrub back and forth over the pins while you adjust the amount of torque on the plug.
		If within a couple tries the lock does not open then it would be best to try to pick each pin individually, read about how to do this in advanced lock picking.
	www.lockpicksonline.com /tutorials/basic.htm (356 words)

	Techdirt: Yeah, Let's Blame YouTube For Lock Picking
		The latest is that it appears some people are upset about lock picking videos on YouTube.
		I had (of all people) an art teacher in high school teach me how to pick locks and how to make lock picks using school equipment (it was a fun class, as you might imagine).
		In some ways, this is the same "security by obscurity" discussion that happens all the time -- though some claim that it's different with physical locks, because they're not as easy to "patch." Of course, all of that assumes that it's these newly available videos and explanations that are leading to more malicious lockpicking.
	www.techdirt.com /article.php?sid=20061129/111931&threaded=true&cid=149 (435 words)

	Lock Picking Books - Brand New and Classic Titles written by Experts
		Lock Picking for the New MillenniumNaturally you want an action packed, no frills dvd filled with the most up-to-date information about locks and security available! Look no further! This DVD promises to blow the competition...
		Lock picking requires knowledge of the lock itself, a certain amount of manual dexterity, and lots of practice, but you will be well on your way to mastering this little known art with the help of this very...
		Pick Guns - Lock Picking for Spies, Cops, and LocksmithsBy John MinneryThe ability to open locks without using keys is one of the few awe-inspiring skills left in a world where mechanical marvels and electronic wonders are boringly...
	www.lockpickshop.com /Lock-Picking-Books.html (1310 words)

	Lock Picking Sets, Lock Picking Tools, Lock Picking Guides, Safe Cracking, Car Alarm Defeats
		Lock picking tools and lock picking tutorials in many different combinations.
		Learn the art of lock picking, how to make lock picks and the techniques used to pick locks like a pro, all presented in video fashion.
		Included are 14 assorted picks, all with electroless nickel plating and six with exclusive rivetless stainless steel handles, a broken key extractor, and 5 tension tools, all packaged in a top grain leather zippered case.
	www.hackerscatalog.com /Products/LockPicking/index.html (545 words)

	On Sale - Lock Picking & Locksmith Tools
		Lock-Picking School in a Box For years, we've said that the easiest way to learn the art of lock picking is to begin by removing a few pin sets from a lock, and one by one, add them back as your picking skills increase.
		Professional Lock Picking: Basic and Advanced Techniques (DVD) This DVD is arguably the most successful DVD ever produced to teach basic and advanced lock picking.
		Allisons Lock Pick Set - with Pink Handles While we were determining what tools we would put into our new small, but powerful KPS-15 pick set, we received a request for a set of picks with pink handles.
	www.lockpickshop.com /OS.html (677 words)

	Lock Picking Basics
		If you are a beginner and want an easy but powerful introduction to the art of lock picking, this book is perfect for you.
		In order to successfully pick locks you must combine several skills into the art of lock picking.
		If your profession demands that you learn lock picking, or you are just a curious amateur, you will find that it's an easy skill to learn with the proper guidance.
	www.xmlwriter.net /books/viewbook/Lock_Picking_Basics-0972269134.html (389 words)

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