
Originally Posted by
Jamesnz
You pretty much have to be very close to the scene or a release group!
Typically a group will have their own servers in which their members will use! Couriers whom distribute the releases will mainly use the "topsite's".
Their are several ways to become a member, all of which require you to have something to offer.
*Have a look in a release's NFO to see what is need by a group, normally they require,
- dedicated servers (4 private use)
- HDTV cappers with a decent upload
- those with access to pre-retail
- those with access to screeners etc.
- experienced encoders
*You can also become a supplier to some groups, in which you donate money/hardware to the group in return for access to their private servers (which are alot better than a topsite's).
GORE even advertises in their NFO:
"A membership in GORE gives you alot back, so don't hesitate to join us."
I remember reading once, that one guy spent over $15,000 supplying numerous groups with hardware! and that he even declared the purchases on his tax return, LOL.
Don't expect it to be easy to find a group that will accept you! The FED's bust groups all the time, so security & trust is extremely tight!
*EDIT* HiFi why would you be hanging around a forum with 852 posts under you belt if you have access to topsites!
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