Nmap Beginner's Tutorial | Master Network Scanning Basics

Get started with Nmap, the essential network scanning tool, in this beginner-friendly tutorial! Designed for Kali Linux users, this video skips installation and dives straight into the key Nmap commands you need to understand and start testing your network. Learn how to:

Run basic Nmap scans to identify devices on a network
Discover open ports and services
Optimize your scans for faster results

Whether you're stepping into cybersecurity or looking to enhance your networking skills, this tutorial is perfect for you. Unlock the potential of Nmap and start your journey into network reconnaissance today!

Content:
00:00 Introduction – Overview of Nmap tutorial.
00:27 Tools Kali Linux and OWASP, essential for network scanning.
01:00 Configuring tools – Setting up tools for effective Nmap use.
02:24 Run Nmap – Basic introduction to running Nmap commands.
02:59 Basic Nmap usage – Command: nmap target. Perform a basic scan to identify devices.
04:06 Zenmap GUI – Exploring the graphical interface for Nmap.
04:56 Quick example – Command: nmap -v target. A simple verbose Nmap scan example.
05:50 Using the man command – Command: man nmap. Accessing Nmap documentation in the terminal.
06:35 Intro to Nmap scans – Overview of various types of scans.
06:44 First scan – Command: nmap -A target. Performing an advanced information-gathering scan.
08:19 Ping scan – Command: nmap -sn target. Discovering live hosts without scanning ports.
10:08 Port or ports scan – Command: nmap -p 1-1000 target. Scanning specific ports or ranges.
11:55 TCP SYN scan – Command: nmap -sS target. Conducting a stealthy TCP scan.
13:39 TCP connect scan – Command: nmap -sT target. Using a full TCP connect scan.
14:32 UDP port scan – Command: nmap -sU target. Scanning open UDP ports.
15:43 Service version detection – Command: nmap -sV target. Identifying running services and versions.
16:50 Nmap scripting engine – Command: nmap --script script target. Using NSE for advanced scanning.
17:29 Summary – Recap of key Nmap commands and scanning techniques.

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