Reviewing the instructions file tells scanning tools which directories or pages the site operator considers off-limits for search engines. Gaining access to that file can expose paths for deeper testing. Techniques like searching domain records, inspecting certificate logs, or checking standard ports are helpful for broader reconnaissance but do not focus on identifying these paths that might be overlooked by automated indexing services.
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