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Hacking For Dummies, 6th Edition
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Hacking For Dummies, 6th Edition

by Kevin Beaver
July 2018
Beginner
416 pages
11h 39m
English
For Dummies

Overview

Stop hackers before they hack you! 

In order to outsmart a would-be hacker, you need to get into the hacker’s mindset. And with this book, thinking like a bad guy has never been easier. In Hacking For Dummies, expert author Kevin Beaver shares his knowledge on penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, security best practices, and every aspect of ethical hacking that is essential in order to stop a hacker in their tracks.

Whether you’re worried about your laptop, smartphone, or desktop computer being compromised, this no-nonsense book helps you learn how to recognize the vulnerabilities in your systems so you can safeguard them more diligently—with confidence and ease.

  • Get up to speed on Windows 10 hacks  
  • Learn about the latest mobile computing hacks
  • Get free testing tools   
  • Find out about new system updates and improvements

There’s no such thing as being too safe—and this resourceful guide helps ensure you’re protected. 

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