Tools You Will Need
Following are a number of tools that you may find useful while reading this book:
- Putty — This is an SSH client used to connect to servers.
- FileZilla — This is an FTP client used to connect to websites and servers.
- WireShark — This is a packet sniffer used for troubleshooting.
- Nmap — This is a network mapping tool used for troubleshooting and for reconnaissance (among other things).
- Nessus — This is a vulnerability scanner.
- Notepad ++ — This is a Windows-based text editor that has superior features to the default text editor.
These tools are readily downloadable from the Internet for free. Some of them (such as Nessus) offer a professional support package.
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