To know more about the forum, then it's advisable you read threads such as like this Newbies- Read Before Posting whereby you will be able to learn the different ranks on this forum and basic requirements to attaining each of those ranks. And also read this other valuable thread Unofficial list of (official) Bitcointalk.org rules, guidelines, FAQ to help you understand the different rules that governs this forum, including it's does and don't.

Whereas, to know more about Bitcoin, how it works, and the latest news regarding it, then it's advisable you visit the "Bitcoin Discussion" board here on this forum, where most of the discussion down are strictly about Bitcoin and you can always