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Hacking: Basic Computer Security and Penetration Testing
Have you wondered what hacking is all about? How do people hack and what are some basic precautions you can take to prevent being hacked?
It seems like everyone is being hacked. Celebrities, politicians, large organizations, banks, schools, universities etc. Well, how does this happen? What are the different kinds of attacks? Is there any way you can improve your safety? This book answers all.
Do you have a desktop computer, a laptop or even a smartphone? Then you probably have heard the term computer security. In its simplest form computer security refers to protecting computer systems from damage to their software, hardware and the information stored on them, as well as preventing disruption or malicious misdirection of the services they offer.
Computer security involves protecting your computing device from physical damage as well as damage that may come through code injection, network access and data transfer and manipulation whether accidental or intentional. Today everyone owns either a smartphone or a personal computer; this makes learning about computer security an important endeavor. This is particularly important because as the world becomes computerized Internet systems and wireless networks such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth which most people rely on, are increasingly becoming a source of threat to the computing devices involved.
It seems like everyone is being hacked. Celebrities, politicians, large organizations, banks, schools, universities etc. Well, how does this happen? What are the different kinds of attacks? Is there any way you can improve your safety? This book answers all.
Do you have a desktop computer, a laptop or even a smartphone? Then you probably have heard the term computer security. In its simplest form computer security refers to protecting computer systems from damage to their software, hardware and the information stored on them, as well as preventing disruption or malicious misdirection of the services they offer.
Computer security involves protecting your computing device from physical damage as well as damage that may come through code injection, network access and data transfer and manipulation whether accidental or intentional. Today everyone owns either a smartphone or a personal computer; this makes learning about computer security an important endeavor. This is particularly important because as the world becomes computerized Internet systems and wireless networks such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth which most people rely on, are increasingly becoming a source of threat to the computing devices involved.
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Published December 29, 2016
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June 27, 2017
It was a very interesting read. I definitely learnt a lot about hacking and how the people can hack your pc and you learn the different ways of hacking and I have a better understanding about the security needed to protect your PC or organization.
Did you know that you get good hackers whom are referred to as white hackers, and they are employed or hired by big security companies and big organizations to hack their systems to find loop holes into their system so that they has fixed it and close them. But in order to become a white hacker you will need to get yourself the National Security Agency’s Certification CNSS4011
Then you get the black hackers, example the criminals, the ones whom want to cause harm to you by infecting your PC or PCs by installing viruses on them or they want to steal your personal information like your banking details.
In this book the author gives you different methods of testing your own pc for weaknesses and suggests of ways to improving your PC and other devices from being hacked.
Did you know that you get good hackers whom are referred to as white hackers, and they are employed or hired by big security companies and big organizations to hack their systems to find loop holes into their system so that they has fixed it and close them. But in order to become a white hacker you will need to get yourself the National Security Agency’s Certification CNSS4011
Then you get the black hackers, example the criminals, the ones whom want to cause harm to you by infecting your PC or PCs by installing viruses on them or they want to steal your personal information like your banking details.
In this book the author gives you different methods of testing your own pc for weaknesses and suggests of ways to improving your PC and other devices from being hacked.
May 23, 2017
I had questions about this book when I saw the title and wasn't sure it was something I was really interested in reading. But my curiousity got the best of me. Plus, I have read other books by John Slavio and have found his subject matters and interests to be quite diverse (Pokemon, hacking, not a whole lot in common in those interests other than technology based) and figured I would see what he had to share in this book.
It is a super short read, so don't expect to be taken too in depth with the content. The book itself is only 74 pages long, and you breeze through it pretty fast. It gives you an overview of things rather than taking you in to the how and why of hacking. And in my opinion, that is good. I don't like the idea of teaching people HOW to hack. I can just imagine what my kids would do if given a guide to help them hack... Not something I want to be promoting!
I do feel the book gives readers a good look at what kinds of information is compromised in a computer breach. It is an eye opener. So many of us don't think about security and the details that can get out when someone unwanted gets in. And I also think the author did a good job of explaining the difference between good hacking and bad. You don't think of hacking as being good, but he explains what this means and helps you better understand.
As for the overall feel of the book, I am not sure. I saw more grammatical mistakes and some mechanics errors that distracted me. I have found it is hit and miss with Slavio's works. Most books are well presented with little to no distracting errors. But sometimes you get one that is a bit choppier, and this happened to be one of those for me. Of course, that could also have been because I didn't find the subject matter to be something of great interest to me, going in to reading the book with a negative thought process and dislike of the idea of hacking. I might have simply prejudged the book based on that.
Regardless, if you are looking for a beginner's guide to help you better understand and practice on your own own network and computers, this is a decent starting point. If you already have a basic understanding of security and hacking, or if you are looking for a how to hack type of book, this is not what you want.
It is a super short read, so don't expect to be taken too in depth with the content. The book itself is only 74 pages long, and you breeze through it pretty fast. It gives you an overview of things rather than taking you in to the how and why of hacking. And in my opinion, that is good. I don't like the idea of teaching people HOW to hack. I can just imagine what my kids would do if given a guide to help them hack... Not something I want to be promoting!
I do feel the book gives readers a good look at what kinds of information is compromised in a computer breach. It is an eye opener. So many of us don't think about security and the details that can get out when someone unwanted gets in. And I also think the author did a good job of explaining the difference between good hacking and bad. You don't think of hacking as being good, but he explains what this means and helps you better understand.
As for the overall feel of the book, I am not sure. I saw more grammatical mistakes and some mechanics errors that distracted me. I have found it is hit and miss with Slavio's works. Most books are well presented with little to no distracting errors. But sometimes you get one that is a bit choppier, and this happened to be one of those for me. Of course, that could also have been because I didn't find the subject matter to be something of great interest to me, going in to reading the book with a negative thought process and dislike of the idea of hacking. I might have simply prejudged the book based on that.
Regardless, if you are looking for a beginner's guide to help you better understand and practice on your own own network and computers, this is a decent starting point. If you already have a basic understanding of security and hacking, or if you are looking for a how to hack type of book, this is not what you want.
May 9, 2017
Excellent intro to hacking
Well written and straight to the point. Excellent source for hacking knowledge.
I definitely recommend this book to any one that is starting into the security field.
Well written and straight to the point. Excellent source for hacking knowledge.
I definitely recommend this book to any one that is starting into the security field.
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November 18, 2019This book has loads of information on how to protect your computers, laptop and also your smartphone. The most important point touched on is to not open any fake websites or emails.
The author informs you on who and what to look for to avoid hackers getting a hold of your most personal records. He goes into the different types of infections your computers can get by criminals hacking into your systems. He also gives you information about the most common malware, computer viruses, and trojans, that can cause your computer to crash, or infect your computer with a virus that can be passed on to other systems.
The writer explains why it is so important to have security software downloaded on your computer and other systems that you may have.
Before reading this book I thought that all hackers were the same, but believe it or not, the writer talks about the different types of hackers out there, anxious to get into your computers to steal your identification.
There are so many helpful subjects he hits on, such as steps to make your computer safe when surfing the internet, penetration testing, and how to find the best people to do the penetration testing.
This book is not only geared to help the individual, but also the big companies who also can be in jeopardy of having their computers getting hacked into.
The author informs you on who and what to look for to avoid hackers getting a hold of your most personal records. He goes into the different types of infections your computers can get by criminals hacking into your systems. He also gives you information about the most common malware, computer viruses, and trojans, that can cause your computer to crash, or infect your computer with a virus that can be passed on to other systems.
The writer explains why it is so important to have security software downloaded on your computer and other systems that you may have.
Before reading this book I thought that all hackers were the same, but believe it or not, the writer talks about the different types of hackers out there, anxious to get into your computers to steal your identification.
There are so many helpful subjects he hits on, such as steps to make your computer safe when surfing the internet, penetration testing, and how to find the best people to do the penetration testing.
This book is not only geared to help the individual, but also the big companies who also can be in jeopardy of having their computers getting hacked into.
December 30, 2017
Not really worth it
You can find all this very limited and rushed information online in one place, so paying for a very short book isn't worth it at all.
You can find all this very limited and rushed information online in one place, so paying for a very short book isn't worth it at all.
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November 15, 2021how can i read this book?
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June 27, 2017It was a very interesting read. I definitely learnt a lot about hacking and how the people can hack your pc and you learn the different ways of hacking and I have a better understanding about the security needed to protect your PC or organization.
Did you know that you get good hackers whom are referred to as white hackers, and they are employed or hired by big security companies and big organizations to hack their systems to find loop holes into their system so that they has fixed it and close them. But in order to become a white hacker you will need to get yourself the National Security Agency’s Certification CNSS4011
Then you get the black hackers, example the criminals, the ones whom want to cause harm to you by infecting your PC or PCs by installing viruses on them or they want to steal your personal information like your banking details.
In this book the author gives you different methods of testing your own pc for weaknesses and suggests of ways to improving your PC and other devices from being hacked.
Did you know that you get good hackers whom are referred to as white hackers, and they are employed or hired by big security companies and big organizations to hack their systems to find loop holes into their system so that they has fixed it and close them. But in order to become a white hacker you will need to get yourself the National Security Agency’s Certification CNSS4011
Then you get the black hackers, example the criminals, the ones whom want to cause harm to you by infecting your PC or PCs by installing viruses on them or they want to steal your personal information like your banking details.
In this book the author gives you different methods of testing your own pc for weaknesses and suggests of ways to improving your PC and other devices from being hacked.
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