>> He's more likely interested in reading a code protected part, as
>> in 'PICbuster' and thinks that we might tell him!

>Of course we will!

Ditto!

>16F84 busting method 1 :
>Connect some pins to 0V, and the others to 220V. Be
>sure to hold the pins with your fingers for
>effecient electrocution.

>16F84 busting method 2 :
>Hit PIC repeatedly with hammer. Now hit yourself
>with the hammer.

>16F84 busting method 3 :
>Buy Myke Predko's book, read it, and write the
>software yourself.

No, Myke's book doesn't come in any of the Asian
languages for reasons involving copyright law.

It's a start, though. How about some more:

4. Using a hack-saw, remove the cover of the DUT
(Device Under Trial.) Carefully examine the silicon
chip using a magnifying glass and copy down the
contents of its memory onto paper. Be sure to buy
lots of duplicate chips because this scheme needs
some practice to get it right.

5. Gently crack open the PIC using a hammer, and
sweep up all the bits and bytes with a soft brush.
All you have to do now is arrange them in the right
order.

6. Call the guy who programming the PIC and ask for
a full source code listing. Be diplomatic.

Try each one in turn to see what works. (You do have
plenty of time, right?)


Later,

Eric