Ethical Hacking: A Beginner’s Guide to Cybersecurity, Penetration Testing, Network Defense and Information Security Risk Assessment

This book provides an introduction to ethical hacking and cybersecurity, explaining how modern digital systems are protected and how vulnerabilities can be identified and addressed through authorized testing methods. It outlines the fundamental differences between ethical hackers and malicious actors, explores the evolution of cyber threats, and presents key concepts such as network scanning, penetration testing, and system defense strategies. The content also examines the role of ethical hackers in today’s technology-driven environment and the growing importance of information security across personal and organizational systems. The book is intended for beginners, aspiring cybersecurity professionals, and readers with a general interest in understanding how digital security works, including those considering a career in ethical hacking or IT security. It assumes a basic familiarity with computers and networks while remaining accessible to readers without advanced technical knowledge. The approach is primarily practical and explanatory, combining foundational theory with real-world tools, techniques, and examples to illustrate how security assessments are conducted and how vulnerabilities are managed in a structured and responsible way.

© 2026 PublishDrive (E-bog): 9781807655372

Udgivelsesdato

E-bog: 23. februar 2026