Kali Linux Basics for Wireless Hacking, Penetration Testing, VPNs, Proxy Servers and Networking Command
"Linux Essentials for Hackers & Pentesters" is a hands-on tutorial-style book that teaches you the fundamentals of Linux, emphasising ethical hacking and penetration testing. This book employs the Kali Linux distribution to teach readers how to use Linux commands and packages to perform security testing on systems and networks.

Text manipulation, network administration, ownership and permissions, BASH scripting, proxy servers, VPNs, and wireless networks are covered. The book prepares you to perform web application hacking and build your own hacking Linux toolkit by teaching you how to use Linux commands and begin to think like a hacker. Hands-on exercises and practical examples are included in each chapter to reinforce the concepts covered.

This book is a must-have for anyone interested in a career in ethical hacking and penetration testing. Emphasizing ethical hacking practices, you'll learn not only how to hack but also how to do so responsibly and legally. This book will provide you with the skills and knowledge you need to make a positive impact in the field of cybersecurity while also acting ethically and professionally. This book will help you hone your skills and become a skilled and ethical Linux hacker, whether you're a beginner or an experienced hacker.Key LearningsLearning linux binaries, complex text patterns, and combining commands
Modifying and cloning IP addresses, phishing MAC ID, accessing and troubleshooting DNS
Manipulating ownership and permissions, exploring sensitive files and writing BASH scripts
Working around disk partitioning, filesystem errors and logical volume management
Accessing proxy server policies, intercepting server performance and manipulating proxy servers
Setting up APs, firewalls, VLAN, managing access, WPA encryption, and network analysis using Wireshark

Table of ContentsUp and Running with Linux Basics
How to Manipulate Text?
Administering Networks
Add and Delete Applications
Administering Ownership and Permissions
Exploring Shells: BASH, ZSH and FISH
Storage Management
Working around Proxy Servers
Administering VPNs
Working on Wireless Networks

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