what language is a good starter to learn?

[CableTech]

I just started going to college for Network Security, and the library is extensive (i love it!!) i got a book on perl and am trying to teach myself...my question is whats the best one to play with in your opinion?

[FhMoTa]

These days I would say Perl and Python.

[imported_wyze]

Engrish <--- A good start that many take for granted : /

[purehate]

Engrish <--- A good start that many take for granted : /

Amen to that.

[KMDave]

Maybe you should start with C/C++.

[secure_it]

Batch File Programming

[imported_blackfoot]

I can't believe so many suggested to start with 'C'.

I suggest a scripting language will give a rewarding learning curve.

I suggest that you start with perl as it can be applied across a range of interesting problems and has great functionality. For instance perl modules are extensive.

Python is a superb language too.

C is clearly outstanding, the fastest and the most extensible but I would not recommend it for a beginner.

[floyd]

It's not a programming language, but maybe you could also start with some HTML...

[fastboi]

Learn proper English uh?

YouTube - Obama's greatest challenge - Europe is a country and everyone speaks french here

[Takedown32]

Learn proper English uh?

YouTube - Obama's greatest challenge - Europe is a country and everyone speaks french here

shitttt!!!!!!!!
Where the **** do this people live??What the **** do they do all day long??