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Practical Cyber Hacking Skills for Beginners

Learn real-world practical and theoretical cybersecurity skills to progress in the field of cybersecurity

Alexander Oni

Created by Alexander Oni

Build a solid foundation in cybersecurity by exploring both practical and theoretical skills. Discover how to protect systems and networks, understand the mindset of hackers, and learn to use essential tools for ethical hacking and cyber defense.

Packt | Dec 2022 | 503 min

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LevelBeginner
CategoriesCybersecurity, Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing, Nmap, PowerShell

What You Will Learn

You'll start by setting up your own secure environment and gradually move into practical exercises like cloning websites, scanning networks, and auditing web applications. Each topic is broken down into clear steps, helping you build confidence as you apply new skills to realistic cybersecurity challenges.

Key Features

  • Gain hands-on experience with Kali Linux, NMAP, and Burp Suite for real-world scenarios
  • Understand key networking concepts and how hackers exploit vulnerabilities
  • Learn to identify, prevent, and respond to phishing, malware, and social engineering attacks

Target Audience

Perfect for students and non-professionals who already know their way around a computer and the internet. If you want to move beyond theory and start applying cybersecurity techniques to protect your privacy or prepare for a career in the field, you'll find this course a great fit. No prior cybersecurity experience is needed, but basic computer skills are required.

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