Defining the Goal
As previously mentioned, there are two main types of hackers: those who are looking for any unprotected wireless network, and those who are auditing a specific network for ethical or unethical reasons.
In the case of the former, the goal will be driven by curiosity or malicious intent. Typically, this group will consist of script kiddies or hobbyists who are out to discover how many unprotected WLANs are in their area. The difference is in what happens when an unprotected network is found. A script kiddie will immediately try to discover what computers are available, and will install a back door or otherwise take advantage of the situation.
On the other hand, an auditor or professional hacker will have the goal already defined. ...
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