This practical, tutorial-style book uses the Kali Linux distribution to teach Linux basics with a focus on how hackers would use them. Topics include Linux command line basics, filesystems, networking, BASH basics, package management, logging, and the Linux kernel and drivers.If you're getting started along the exciting path of hacking, cybersecurity, and pentesting, Linux Basics for Hackers is an excellent first step. Using Kali Linux, an advanced penetration testing distribution of Linux, you'll learn the basics of using the Linux operating system and acquire the tools and techniques you'll need to take control of a Linux environment.First, you'll learn how to install Kali on a virtual machine and get an introduction to basic Linux concepts. Next, you'll tackle broader Linux topics like manipulating text, controlling file and directory permissions, and managing user environment variables. You'll then focus in on foundational hacking concepts like security and anonymity and learn scripting skills with bash and Python. Practical tutorials and exercises throughout will reinforce and test your skills as you learn how to:- Cover your tracks by changing your network information and manipulating the rsyslog logging utility- Write a tool to scan for network connections, and connect and listen to wireless networks- Keep your internet activity stealthy using Tor, proxy servers, VPNs, and encrypted email- Write a bash script to scan open ports for potential targets- Use and abuse services like MySQL, Apache web server, and OpenSSH- Build your own hacking tools, such as a remote video spy camera and a password crackerHacking is complex, and there is no single way in. Why not start at the beginning with Linux Basics for Hackers? Read more

Prepare for the Network+ certification and a new career in network installation and administrationIn the newly revised Sixth Edition of CompTIA Network+ Study Guide: Exam N10-009, bestselling authors and network experts Todd Lammle and Jon Buhagiar deliver thorough and accurate coverage of how to install, configure, and troubleshoot today's networking hardware peripherals and protocols.This book shows you how to succeed on the in-demand CompTIA Network+ certification exam, impress interviewers in the networking industry, and excel in your first role as a network administrator, support technician, or related position.The accomplished authors draw on their combined 30+ years of networking experience to walk you through the ins and outs of the five functional domains covered by the Network+ Exam: N10-009: Networking concepts, implementation, operations, security, and troubleshooting. You'll also get:Comprehensive, domain-specific coverage of the updated Network+ Exam: N10-009 objectivesPreparation for the leading network certification used by over 350,000 networking professionalsAccess to a superior set of online study tools, including hundreds of practice questions, flashcards, and a glossary of key termsPerfect for anyone preparing for the latest version of the CompTIA Network+ Exam: N10-009, the Sixth Edition of CompTIA Network+ Study Guide: Exam N10-009 is a must-have resource for network admins seeking to enhance their skillset with foundational skills endorsed by industry pros and thought leaders from around the world.And save 10% when you purchase your CompTIA exam voucher with our exclusive WILEY10 coupon code.  Read more

The essentials you need to learn about networking―10 books in one!With over 900 pages of clear and trustworthy information, Networking All-in-One For Dummies is the perfect beginner's guide AND the perfect professional reference book. Small networks, large networks, business networks, cloud networks―it's all covered. Learn how to set up a network and keep it functioning, using Windows Server, Linux, and related technologies. This book also covers best practices for security, managing mobile devices, and beyond. Maybe you're just getting started with networking, or maybe you know what you're doing and need a resource with all the knowledge in one place. Either way, you've found what you need with this Dummies All-in-One Plan a network from scratch and learn how to set up all the hardware and software you'll needFind explanations and examples of important networking protocolsBuild remote and cloud-based networks of various sizesAdminister networks with Windows Server and other versionsSecure your network with penetration testing and planning for cybersecurity incident responsesEvery network administrator needs a copy of Networking All-in-One For Dummies, the comprehensive learning resource and reliable desk reference. Read more

It’s easy to capture packets with Wireshark, the world’s most popular network sniffer, whether off the wire or from the air. But how do you use those packets to understand what’s happening on your network?Updated to cover Wireshark 2.x, the third edition of Practical Packet Analysis will teach you to make sense of your packet captures so that you can better troubleshoot network problems. You’ll find added coverage of IPv6 and SMTP, a new chapter on the powerful command line packet analyzers tcpdump and TShark, and an appendix on how to read and reference packet values using a packet map.Practical Packet Analysis will show you how to:–Monitor your network in real time and tap live network communications–Build customized capture and display filters–Use packet analysis to troubleshoot and resolve common network problems, like loss of connectivity, DNS issues, and slow speeds–Explore modern exploits and malware at the packet level–Extract files sent across a network from packet captures–Graph traffic patterns to visualize the data flowing across your network–Use advanced Wireshark features to understand confusing captures–Build statistics and reports to help you better explain technical network information to non-techiesNo matter what your level of experience is, Practical Packet Analysis will show you how to use Wireshark to make sense of any network and get things done. Read more

Your Complete Guide to Mastering WordPress for All Skill LevelsBook DescriptionAs the world’s leading content management system, WordPress powers over 40% of all websites, making it essential for establishing a strong online presence. Whether you’re launching your first site or enhancing an existing one, this comprehensive guide takes you from foundational concepts to advanced customization techniques.This book offers step-by-step instructions for building and managing dynamic WordPress websites. Learn to select the right hosting and domain, create visually stunning sites with themes and plugins, and implement features that boost user engagement. With a strong emphasis on performance optimization and SEO best practices, your site will captivate visitors and rank prominently in search results.Packed with expert insights and proven strategies, you'll be equipped to troubleshoot issues, enhance security, and maintain a robust online presence. Gain valuable skills to streamline your workflow and adapt to the ever-evolving digital landscape.Table of Contents1. Setting the Stage for Your WordPress Journey2. From Humble Beginnings: The Emergence of WordPress3. Let’s Get This Party Started: Setting Up Your WordPress Universe4. Themes and Plugins5. Advanced Customization of Your WordPress Theme6. Content is King (Pages and Posts)7. The Google Games and SEO8. Keeping Your Website Running Smoothly9. Advanced WordPress Techniques10. Selling with WordPress11. Understanding WordPress Analytics12. Troubleshooting and Debugging WordPress13. UX/UI Principles for WordPress Sites14. Summary, Next Steps, and Additional Resources Index Read more

“For an engineer determined to refine and secure Internet operation or to explore alternative solutions to persistent problems, the insights provided by this book will be invaluable.”―Vint Cerf, Internet pioneerTCP/IP Illustrated, Volume 1, Second Edition,is a detailed and visual guide to today’s TCP/IP protocol suite. Fully updated for the newest innovations, it demonstrates each protocol in action through realistic examples from modern Linux, Windows, and Mac OS environments. There’s no better way to discover why TCP/IP works as it does, how it reacts to common conditions, and how to apply it in your own applications and networks.Building on the late W. Richard Stevens’ classic first edition, author Kevin R. Fall adds his cutting-edge experience as a leader in TCP/IP protocol research, updating the book to fully reflect the latest protocols and best practices. He first introduces TCP/IP’s core goals and architectural concepts, showing how they can robustly connect diverse networks and support multiple services running concurrently. Next, he carefully explains Internet addressing in both IPv4 and IPv6 networks. Then, he walks through TCP/IP’s structure and function from the bottom up: from link layer protocols–such as Ethernet and Wi-Fi–through network, transport, and application layers.Fall thoroughly introduces ARP, DHCP, NAT, firewalls, ICMPv4/ICMPv6, broadcasting, multicasting, UDP, DNS, and much more. He offers extensive coverage of reliable transport and TCP, including connection management, timeout, retransmission, interactive data flow, and congestion control. Finally, he introduces the basics of security and cryptography, and illuminates the crucial modern protocols for protecting security and privacy, including EAP, IPsec, TLS, DNSSEC, and DKIM. Whatever your TCP/IP experience, this book will help you gain a deeper, more intuitive understanding of the entire protocol suite so you can build better applications and run more reliable, efficient networks. Read more

Enhance your cybersecurity and agility with this thorough playbook, featuring actionable guidance, insights, and success criteria from industry expertsKey FeaturesGet simple, clear, and practical advice for everyone from CEOs to security operationsOrganize your Zero Trust journey into role-by-role execution stagesIntegrate real-world implementation experience with global Zero Trust standardsPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free eBook in the PDF formatBook DescriptionZero Trust is cybersecurity for the digital era and cloud computing, protecting business assets anywhere on any network. By going beyond traditional network perimeter approaches to security, Zero Trust helps you keep up with ever-evolving threats.The playbook series provides simple, clear, and actionable guidance that fully answers your questions on Zero Trust using current threats, real-world implementation experiences, and open global standards.The Zero Trust playbook series guides you with specific role-by-role actionable information for planning, executing, and operating Zero Trust from the boardroom to technical reality.This first book in the series helps you understand what Zero Trust is, why it’s important for you, and what success looks like. You’ll learn about the driving forces behind Zero Trust – security threats, digital and cloud transformations, business disruptions, business resilience, agility, and adaptability. The six-stage playbook process and real-world examples will guide you through cultural, technical, and other critical elements for success.By the end of this book, you’ll have understood how to start and run your Zero Trust journey with clarity and confidence using this one-of-a-kind series that answers the why, what, and how of Zero Trust!What you will learnFind out what Zero Trust is and what it means to youUncover how Zero Trust helps with ransomware, breaches, and other attacksUnderstand which business assets to secure firstUse a standards-based approach for Zero TrustSee how Zero Trust links business, security, risk, and technologyUse the six-stage process to guide your Zero Trust journeyTransform roles and secure operations with Zero TrustDiscover how the playbook guides each role to successWho this book is forWhether you’re a business leader, security practitioner, or technology executive, this comprehensive guide to Zero Trust has something for you. This book provides practical guidance for implementing and managing a Zero Trust strategy and its impact on every role (including yours!). This is the go-to guide for everyone including board members, CEOs, CIOs, CISOs, architects, engineers, IT admins, security analysts, program managers, product owners, developers, and managers. Don't miss out on this essential resource for securing your organization against cyber threats.Table of ContentsZero Trust - This Is the WayReading the Zero Trust Playbook SeriesZero Trust is Security for Today's WorldStandard Zero Trust CapabilitiesArtificial Intelligence (AI) and Zero TrustHow to Scope, Size, and Start Zero TrustWhat Zero Trust Success Looks LikeAdoption with the Three-Pillar ModelThe Zero Trust Six-Stage PlanZero Trust Playbook Roles Read more

Nmap Network Scanning is the official guide to the Nmap Security Scanner, a free and open source utility used by millions of people for network discovery, administration, and security auditing. From explaining port scanning basics for novices to detailing low-level packet crafting methods used by advanced hackers, this book by Nmap's original author suits all levels of security and networking professionals. The reference guide documents every Nmap feature and option, while the remainder demonstrates how to apply them to quickly solve real-world tasks. Examples and diagrams show actual communication on the wire. Topics include subverting firewalls and intrusion detection systems, optimizing Nmap performance, and automating common networking tasks with the Nmap Scripting Engine. Visit http://nmap.org/book for more information and sample chapters. Read more

Your hands-on guide to Visual C# fundamentals with Visual Studio 2022Expand your expertise―and teach yourself the fundamentals of programming the latest version of Visual C# with Visual Studio 2022. This book provides software developers all the guidance, exercises, and code needed to start building responsive, scalable, cloud-connected applications that can run almost anywhere.Discover how to:Quickly start creating Visual C# code and projects with Visual StudioWork with variables, operators, expressions, methods, and program flowBuild more robust apps with error, exception, and resource managementSpot problems fast with the integrated Visual Studio 2022 debuggerMaster new default interface methods, static local functions, async disposable types, and other enhancementsMake the most of the C# object model, and create functional data structuresLeverage advanced properties, indexers, generics, and collection classesCreate Windows 11 apps that share data, collaborate, and use cloud servicesUse lightweight records to build immutable reference types more easilyPerform complex queries over object collections with LINQImprove application throughput and response time with asynchronous methodsUse delegates and decoupling to construct highly extensible systemsCustomize C# operator behavior over your own classes and structuresImplement the powerful Model-View-ViewModel (MVVM) patternBuild UWP applications that retrieve complex data and present it intuitively Read more

Start a career in networkingCisco Networking Essentials, 2nd Edition provides the latest for those beginning a career in networking. This book provides the fundamentals of networking and leads you through the concepts, processes, and skills you need to master fundamental networking concepts. Thinking of taking the CCENT Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician ICND1 Exam 100-101? This book has you covered! With coverage of important topics and objectives, each chapter outlines main points and provides clear, engaging discussion that will give you a sound understanding of core topics and concepts. End-of-chapter review questions and suggested labs help reinforce what you've learned, and show you where you may need to backtrack and brush up before exam day. Cisco is the worldwide leader in networking products and services, which are used by a majority of the world's companies. This book gives you the skills and understanding you need to administer these networks, for a skillset that will serve you anywhere around the globe. Understand fundamental networking conceptsLearn your way around Cisco products and servicesGain the skills you need to administer Cisco routers and switchesPrepare thoroughly for the CCENT examIf you're interested in becoming in-demand, network administration is the way to go; if you want to develop the skillset every company wants to hire, Cisco Networking Essentials, 2nd Edition gets you started working with the most widespread name in the business. Read more

Learn to deploy Juniper Data Centers with EVPN VXLAN and master the only intent-based multivendor solution for deploying and monitoring EVPN-based VXLAN fabrics!Deploying Juniper Data Centers with EVPN VXLAN is designed for engineers and architects designing, deploying, and/or maintaining small to large data centers. This book will increase productivity and streamline processing and communication by helping you understand BGP EVPN–based VXLAN, data center design and deployment using Junos, and interconnecting multiple data centers for various deployment applications. Aninda Chatterjee’s straightforward prose and industry experience also gives you the foundational knowledge necessary for Juniper Data Center certification from the JNCIA-DC to the JNCIE-DC.The book’s structure is unique in its chapter-by-chapter approach with one-pager quick reference guides at the end of the book. The author also puts theory to practice using a combination of packet captures and packet walks.Learn to design, deploy, and maintain a data center using Junos OS and Junos Evolved.Understand how to troubleshoot BGP EVPN-based VXLAN.Maximize learning with with packet captures and packet walks.Build foundational knowledge for Juniper Data Center certification.Gain a deep understanding of data center design. Read more

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Identity and Access Management has never been so important. From securing the workforce and improving employee productivity, to supporting online transactions, payments and media, IAM is foundational. There are more identities than ever before under management, a larger variety of identity types from consumers to workloads, smart devices to contractors - all accessing an ever increasing range of integrated systems, APIs and pieces of data. This sprawling IAM landscape is also under attack - from external adversaries, regulators, malicious insiders and even budget holders - wanting more from less.Where will our IAM world take us over the next decade? IAM at 2035 aims to take us on a journey to understand not what to think, more how to think about the current and emerging identity problems our organisations face, along with a structured framework for analysing both incremental and radical innovations as they support our identity security journey.Written on the back of over 200 interviews with leading vendors, practitioners and industry experts, IAM at 2035 describes a modern identity-centric landscape critically integrated to the cyber, data and endpoint security worlds to help deliver a model for end to end assurance, based on attribution and intent - with verified and validated identities at all parts of our transaction processing - from workloads and infrastructure, to people and hardware. This book will analyse it all - highlighting emerging markets, patterns, startups and standards. Read more

Back for the third season, The Hacker Playbook 3 (THP3) takes your offensive game to the pro tier. With a combination of new strategies, attacks, exploits, tips and tricks, you will be able to put yourself in the center of the action toward victory. The main purpose of this book is to answer questions as to why things are still broken. For instance, with all the different security products, secure code reviews, defense in depth, and penetration testing requirements, how are we still seeing massive security breaches happening to major corporations and governments? The real question we need to ask ourselves is, are all the safeguards we are putting in place working? This is what The Hacker Playbook 3 - Red Team Edition is all about.By now, we are all familiar with penetration testing, but what exactly is a Red Team? Red Teams simulate real-world, advanced attacks to test how well your organization's defensive teams respond if you were breached. They find the answers to questions like: Do your incident response teams have the right tools, skill sets, and people to detect and mitigate these attacks? How long would it take them to perform these tasks and is it adequate? This is where you, as a Red Teamer, come in to accurately test and validate the overall security program.THP3 will take your offensive hacking skills, thought processes, and attack paths to the next level. This book focuses on real-world campaigns and attacks, exposing you to different initial entry points, exploitation, custom malware, persistence, and lateral movement--all without getting caught! This heavily lab-based book will include multiple Virtual Machines, testing environments, and custom THP tools.So grab your helmet and let's go break things! For more information, visit http://thehackerplaybook.com/about/. Read more

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Trust the best-selling Official Cert Guide series from Cisco Press to help you learn, prepare, and practice for the CCST Networking 100-150 exam. Well regarded for its level of detail, study plans, assessment features, and challenging review questions and exercises, Cisco Certified Support Technician CCST Networking 100-150 Official Cert Guide helps you master the concepts and techniques that ensure your exam success and is the only self-study resource approved by Cisco. Leading Cisco technology expert and best-selling author Russ White shares preparation hints and test-taking tips, helping you identify areas of weakness and improve both your conceptual knowledge and hands-on skills.This complete study package includesA test-preparation routine proven to help you pass the examDo I Know This Already? quizzes, which allow you to decide how much time you need to spend on each sectionExam Topic lists that make referencing easyChapter-ending exercises, which help you drill on key concepts you must know thoroughlyThe powerful Pearson Test Prep Practice Test software, complete with hundreds of well-reviewed, exam-realistic questions, customization options, and detailed performance reportsMore than 5 hours of video mentoring from the authorAn online Flash Cards application to help you drill on Key Terms by chapterA final preparation chapter, which guides you through tools and resources to help you craft your review and test-taking strategiesStudy plan suggestions and templates to help you organize and optimize your study timeContent Update Program:This Cert Guide includes coverage of all the topics on the Cisco Certified Support Technician CCST Networking exam from the original exam blueprint. Visit ciscopress.com/newcerts for information on any digital updates for this book that align with Cisco exam blueprint version changesThe Cisco Certified Support Technician CCST Networking 100-150 Official Cert Guide walks you through all the exam topics found in the Cisco CCST exam. Topics covered includeStandards and ConceptsAddressing and Subnet FormatsEndpoints and Media TypesInfrastructureDiagnosing ProblemsSecurityCompanion WebsiteThe companion website contains more than 200 unique practice exam questions, practice exercises, a study planner, online flash cards, and more than 5 hours of video training.Pearson Test Prep online system requirements:Browsers: Chrome version 73 and above, Safari version 12 and above, Microsoft Edge 44 and above.Devices: Desktop and laptop computers, tablets running on Android v8.0 and above and iOS v13 and above, smartphones with a minimum screen size of 4.7”. Internet access required.Pearson Test Prep offline system requirements: Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8.1; Microsoft .NET Framework 4.5 Client; Pentium-class 1 GHz processor (or equivalent); 512 MB RAM; 650 MB disk space plus 50 MB for each downloaded practice exam; access to the Internet to register and download exam databasesAlso available from Cisco Press for CCST study is the Cisco Certified Support Technician CCST Networking 100-150 Official Cert Guide Premium Edition and Practice Test. This digital-only certification preparation product combines an eBook with an enhanced Pearson Test Prep Practice Test.This integrated learning package:Enables you to focus on individual topic areas or take complete, timed examsIncludes direct links from each question to detailed tutorials to help you understand the concepts behind the questionsProvides unique sets of exam-realistic practice questionsTracks your performance and provides feedback on a module-by-module basis, laying out a complete assessment of your knowledge to help you focus your study where it is needed most Read more

The CCNA 200-301 exam will challenge you to focus not only on the theory of a technology but the ability to demonstrate mastery of configuration, verification, and troubleshooting.In CCNA 200-301 Hands-on Mastery with Packet Tracer, you will be guided through the required configuration, verification, and troubleshooting steps for every technology needed for the latest CCNA exam topics. Each section and chapter concludes with a practical lab that will challenge you to perform the hands-on tasks you must know in a manner very similar to the actual exam.The many Packet Tracer labs included with this text are all graded simulations, allowing you to receive instant feedback regarding your mastery of the configurations. This text will allow you to learn the best practices used by seasoned engineers when configuring, verifying, and troubleshooting the many technologies called out in the latest exam topic list. Upon completing this text and the accompanying labs, you can approach the CCNA exam with great confidence and a strong desire to attack the hands-on simulations you will face in the actual exam.Each chapter also provides practice questions and concise overviews of the theory behind the technologies, helping you review key exam topics and setting the context for the labs. This combination of succinct topic overviews, practice questions, and hands-on labs presents a complete test preparation package that ensures you are fully prepared for exam success.Exam preparation features include:Access guidance for acquiring the very latest Cisco Packet Tracer network simulatorLearn to build realistic Packet Tracer labsLearn valuable customizations to the Packet Tracer lab environmentPractice critical configuration and verification tasks in topic-based, expert-guided, and graded practice labsTest your configuration and verification skills in challenging graded Chapter Review labsGain confidence in all configuration and verification tasks possible for the latest CCNA exam topicsReinforce key conceptual content also required for success in the latest CCNA exam Read more