A beginners guide to computer hacking, how to hack, internet skills, hacking techniques, and more! This book is aimed at beginners, and will take you through the basics of computer hacking. You will learn about the different types of hacking, the primary hacking methods, and different areas of a system that can be hacked. This book includes great tips and techniques that will help you to begin developing your own computer hacking skills! You will discover some basic hacks you can do right away, and be pointed in the direction of software that will assist your hacking escapades. However, keep in mind that hacking should be done in an ethical manner. White hat hacking is the only hacking you should be doing, so remember to keep your morals in check as your hacking skills improve! This book introduces penetration testing and its vital role in an overall network security plan and hackology related. You will learn about the roles and responsibilities of a penetration testing professional, the motivation and strategies of the underground hack community, and potential system vulnerabilities, along with corresponding avenues of attack. Most importantly, the book provides a framework for performing penetration testing and offers step-by-step descriptions of each stage in the process. The latest information on the necessary hardware for performing penetrating testing, as well as an extensive reference on the available security tools, is included.