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Nmap Tool & Scanning

Use the popular network scanner and tool, Nmap, to scan and identify hosts and services on the network. Create a small network of vulnerable machines and use Nmap to scan for details and more information on each machine.

nmap networking scanning reconnaissance

Overview

Nmap is a free, open source network scanner used to discover hosts and services on a computer network. Nmap provides a number of features for probing computer networks, including operating system detection and more.

Configure virtual hosts or workstations in a virtual environment. Using the Nmap tool, scan for the virtual hosts and learn how to use the various features of the Nmap tool.

Project Recommendations

It is recommended you have familiarity with the foundations of networking, network security technologies, network attacks, use of virtualization software / hypervisor, and formidable research skills.