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Laying the Foundation for Penetration Testing for CompTIA PenTest+

Offered By: Pluralsight

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CompTIA PenTest+ (Plus) Courses Cybersecurity Courses Network Security Courses Penetration Testing Courses Information Security Certifications Courses

Course Description

Overview

So, you want to start a career in penetration testing but don't know where to start? Maybe you've got some great hacking skills, and want to become a security professional? Look no further, this course starts you on your new and exciting path by diving into pentesting!

So, you’re worried about how your network and your resources will withstand a cyber attack? That’s where a penetration test (often referred to as a pentest) comes into play. In this course, Laying the Foundation for Penetration Testing for CompTIA PenTest+, you’ll learn the basics of the types of pentests that are performed. First, you’ll learn the goals you’re trying to achieve. Next, you'll explore setting up a lab environment for pentesting. Finally, to protect you and your environment from accidental damage to your production network, you’ll discover how to set up the parameters within your new lab environment. By the end of this course, you'll gain a foundational understanding of the importance, and implementation, of pentesting.

Taught by

Dale Meredith

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