#[CHAPTER NO.1] ► **Introduction to Ethical Hacking** In This Chapter!! → Understanding hacker objectives → Outlining the differences between ethical hackers and malicious hackers → Examining how the ethical hacking process has come about → Understanding the dangers that your computer systems face → Starting the ethical hacking process This book is about hacking ethically — the science of testing your computers and network for security vulnerabilities and plugging the holes you find before the bad guys get a chance to exploit them. Although ethical is an often overused and misunderstood word, the Merriam-Webster dictionary defines ethical perfectly for the context of this book and the professional security testing techniques that I cover — that is, conforming to accepted professional standards of conduct. IT practitioners are obligated to perform all the tests covered in this book aboveboard and only after permission has been obtained by the owner(s) of the systems ► **How Hackers Beget Ethical Hackers** We’ve all heard of hackers. Many of us have even suffered the consequences of hacker actions. So who are these hackers? Why is it important to know about them? The next few sections give you the lowdown on hackers. ► **Defining hacker** Hackeris a word that has two meanings: Traditionally, a hacker is someone who likes to tinker with software or electronic systems. Hackers enjoy exploring and learning how computer systems operate. They love discovering new ways to work electronically. ► For More Keep Following My Posts. #AnonxX
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