If you are new to Bitcoin investment then it is important to have basic knowledge. If you do not understand what Bitcoin is, what is the function of Bitcoin, how does it work etc. If you do not have knowledge in all these things then I would say that Bitcoin investment is not for you. .
After gaining some knowledge about Bitcoin then you can gain knowledge about wallets. Because if you do not know how to invest in Bitcoin then I think it is a mistake to know about wallets first.
There is a way of brute force and there is a way that you described.
Both would lead to results, albeit there are more chances to get hurt in the process deposit and funds-wise if a person is not cautious and without knowledge.