SirAlfred006
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- Sep 21, 2020
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How to become a hacker ethically.
1. Learn Networking - Understand IP addresses, ports, DNS, TCP/IP, and how networks work.
2. Master Linux - Get comfortable with the command line, especially Kali Linux.
3. Learn Programming - Start with Python, then explore Bash and basic JavaScript.
4. Understand Cybersecurity - Study vulnerabilities, web security, authentication, and common attacks.
5. Learn the Tools - Practice with Nmap, Wireshark, Burp Suite, and Metasploit.
6. Build a Home Lab - Practice safely using virtual machines and intentionally vulnerable applications.
7. Use Legal Platforms - Train on TryHackMe, Hack The Box, and PortSwigger Web Security Academy.
8. Build a Portfolio - Document your labs, write-ups, projects, and security findings.
9. Get Certified (if you’ve got the money) - Consider Security+, eJPT, or PNPT as you progress.
Stay Ethical & Never test systems without exp
1. Learn Networking - Understand IP addresses, ports, DNS, TCP/IP, and how networks work.
2. Master Linux - Get comfortable with the command line, especially Kali Linux.
3. Learn Programming - Start with Python, then explore Bash and basic JavaScript.
4. Understand Cybersecurity - Study vulnerabilities, web security, authentication, and common attacks.
5. Learn the Tools - Practice with Nmap, Wireshark, Burp Suite, and Metasploit.
6. Build a Home Lab - Practice safely using virtual machines and intentionally vulnerable applications.
7. Use Legal Platforms - Train on TryHackMe, Hack The Box, and PortSwigger Web Security Academy.
8. Build a Portfolio - Document your labs, write-ups, projects, and security findings.
9. Get Certified (if you’ve got the money) - Consider Security+, eJPT, or PNPT as you progress.
Stay Ethical & Never test systems without exp