For reliable component farming, start at access points with the hexagon markers - these are your main source if you time the breach protocol right. Watch for the sequences specifically marked for components and remember higher tier stuff needs at least 9 intelligence, plus that extended network interface perk really helps spot nearby points.

The real timing trick comes with netrunner encounters, especially around voodoo boys territory where you'll spot them using that distinctive yellow quickhack glow. Take them down fast since they drop both components and specs but careful timing on your approach matters - they'll fry you if they spot you first. While you're fighting check any computers nearby since access points often cluster in these areas.

The chapel fast travel spot in pacifica is perfect for farming runs, enemies reset about 200 meters out so you can loop it pretty efficiently. Just remember to grab a solid cyberdeck first, something like the arasaka mk4 gives you more buffer slots which makes the whole breach protocol way smoother. If you're after the legendary stuff wait till around level 30, that's when the good drops start showing up regularly.

For crafting focus, you'll find the specs at netrunner shops - the ebm stadium in dogtown is reliable. The key is converting lower tier components up but don't waste time looking to buy components directly since that got removed. Just hit those access points hard, maybe save before bigger terminals since you can reload for better rewards if you're patient enough.