I'm a computer science student with a keen interest in cybersecurity, especially after seeing characters in shows hack into systems effortlessly. However, my classes mainly cover theoretical concepts like SQL, C language, UML, and operating systems, which doesn't help me understand practical hacking skills. I'm looking for guidance on concrete steps or resources to become a professional hacker, so any recommendations or insights would be appreciated!
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Real hacking isn't like the movies. It involves a lot of reconnaissance and understanding the defenses in place. A good way to practice is through Capture The Flag (CTF) challenges. You should also check out cybersecurity forums to learn from others in the field.
Buy some old hardware that you can practice on without risk. Understanding desktop skills, networking, and command-line basics is crucial. Dive into researching vulnerabilities—it takes time but is essential for your education in cybersecurity!
Just a heads up, the way hacking is depicted in movies is pretty far from the truth! A great place to start is TryHackMe, which offers some free and beginner-friendly materials to help you get into cybersecurity.
To get into systems security, it helps to have knowledge in C and operating systems. Trying out CTF challenges is a good way to start as well!
Thanks for the tip! I'll definitely check out CTF challenges.