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Mastering Kali Linux for Advanced Penetration Testing - Third Edition
by Vijay Kumar VeluPenetration Testers, Ethical Hackers, IT professionals or security consultants who want to maximize the success of your network testing using some of the advanced features of Kali Linux, then this book is for you. Some prior exposure to basics of penetration testing/ethical hacking would be helpful in making the most out of this title.
Mastering Kali Linux for Web Penetration Testing
by Michael McpheeMaster the art of exploiting advanced web penetration techniques with Kali Linux 2016.2 About This Book • Make the most out of advanced web pen-testing techniques using Kali Linux 2016.2 • Explore how Stored (a.k.a. Persistent) XSS attacks work and how to take advantage of them • Learn to secure your application by performing advanced web based attacks. • Bypass internet security to traverse from the web to a private network. Who This Book Is For This book targets IT pen testers, security consultants, and ethical hackers who want to expand their knowledge and gain expertise on advanced web penetration techniques. Prior knowledge of penetration testing would be beneficial. What You Will Learn • Establish a fully-featured sandbox for test rehearsal and risk-free investigation of applications • Enlist open-source information to get a head-start on enumerating account credentials, mapping potential dependencies, and discovering unintended backdoors and exposed information • Map, scan, and spider web applications using nmap/zenmap, nikto, arachni, webscarab, w3af, and NetCat for more accurate characterization • Proxy web transactions through tools such as Burp Suite, OWASP's ZAP tool, and Vega to uncover application weaknesses and manipulate responses • Deploy SQL injection, cross-site scripting, Java vulnerabilities, and overflow attacks using Burp Suite, websploit, and SQLMap to test application robustness • Evaluate and test identity, authentication, and authorization schemes and sniff out weak cryptography before the black hats do In Detail You will start by delving into some common web application architectures in use, both in private and public cloud instances. You will also learn about the most common frameworks for testing, such as OWASP OGT version 4, and how to use them to guide your efforts. In the next section, you will be introduced to web pentesting with core tools and you will also see how to make web applications more secure through rigorous penetration tests using advanced features in open source tools. The book will then show you how to better hone your web pentesting skills in safe environments that can ensure low-risk experimentation with the powerful tools and features in Kali Linux that go beyond a typical script-kiddie approach. After establishing how to test these powerful tools safely, you will understand how to better identify vulnerabilities, position and deploy exploits, compromise authentication and authorization, and test the resilience and exposure applications possess. By the end of this book, you will be well-versed with the web service architecture to identify and evade various protection mechanisms that are used on the Web today. You will leave this book with a greater mastery of essential test techniques needed to verify the secure design, development, and operation of your customers' web applications. Style and approach An advanced-level guide filled with real-world examples that will help you take your web application's security to the next level by using Kali Linux 2016.2.
Mastering Kali Linux Wireless Pentesting
by Brian Sak Jilumudi Raghu RamTest your wireless network's security and master advanced wireless penetration techniques using Kali Linux About This Book * Develop your skills using attacks such as wireless cracking, Man-in-the-Middle, and Denial of Service (DOS), as well as extracting sensitive information from wireless networks * Perform advanced wireless assessment and penetration tests * Use Embedded Platforms, Raspberry PI, and Android in wireless penetration testing with Kali Linux Who This Book Is For If you are an intermediate-level wireless security consultant in Kali Linux and want to be the go-to person for Kali Linux wireless security in your organisation, then this is the book for you. Basic understanding of the core Kali Linux concepts is expected. What You Will Learn * Fingerprint wireless networks with the various tools available in Kali Linux * Learn various techniques to exploit wireless access points using CSRF * Crack WPA/WPA2/WPS and crack wireless encryption using Rainbow tables more quickly * Perform man-in-the-middle attack on wireless clients * Understand client-side attacks, browser exploits, Java vulnerabilities, and social engineering * Develop advanced sniffing and PCAP analysis skills to extract sensitive information such as DOC, XLS, and PDF documents from wireless networks * Use Raspberry PI and OpenWrt to perform advanced wireless attacks * Perform a DOS test using various techniques and tools In Detail Kali Linux is a Debian-based Linux distribution designed for digital forensics and penetration testing. It gives access to a large collection of security-related tools for professional security testing - some of the major ones being Nmap, Aircrack-ng, Wireshark, and Metasploit. This book will take you on a journey where you will learn to master advanced tools and techniques to conduct wireless penetration testing with Kali Linux. You will begin by gaining an understanding of setting up and optimizing your penetration testing environment for wireless assessments. Then, the book will take you through a typical assessment from reconnaissance, information gathering, and scanning the network through exploitation and data extraction from your target. You will get to know various ways to compromise the wireless network using browser exploits, vulnerabilities in firmware, web-based attacks, client-side exploits, and many other hacking methods. You will also discover how to crack wireless networks with speed, perform man-in-the-middle and DOS attacks, and use Raspberry Pi and Android to expand your assessment methodology. By the end of this book, you will have mastered using Kali Linux for wireless security assessments and become a more effective penetration tester and consultant. Style and approach This book uses a step-by-step approach using real-world attack scenarios to help you master the wireless penetration testing techniques.
Mastering KDE: A Beginner's Guide (Mastering Computer Science)
by Sufyan Bin UzayrMastering KDE helps the reader master the KDE desktop environment for a faster and more robust computing experience. The best thing about Linux is the plethora of choices that users tend to have. Whether it pertains to the kernel modules, or to the desktop environments, there is no shortage of options. Speaking of desktop environments, KDE stands tall as one of the leading options. KDE stands for K Desktop Environment, an open source desktop working platform featuring a graphical user interface (GUI). When KDE was first introduced, it was known as the Kool desktop environment, later renamed KDE. The KDE GUI includes everything a typical user would require, such as a file manager, window manager, help tool, and system settings. KDE is the default desktop environment for various Linux distros, and also has its own flagship distro, KDE Neon, that is covered at length in Mastering KDE. KDE comes with features that give users remote access to other devices, such as computers running Windows, Linux, macOS, or Android smartphones. KDE Connect, a Linux-based application, is one such solution that allows users to transfer data between multiple devices and operate them remotely. This book talks about everyday usage of KDE, including remote access and KDE development. With Mastering KDE, using KDE for day-to-day computing becomes simple and straightforward, which will undoubtedly help readers boost their productivity. The Mastering Computer Science series is edited by Sufyan bin Uzayr, a writer and educator with over a decade of experience in the computing field.
Mastering Kibana 6.x: Visualize your Elastic Stack data with histograms, maps, charts, and graphs
by Anurag SrivastavaGet to grips with Kibana and its advanced functions to create interactive visualizations and dashboardsKey FeaturesExplore visualizations and perform histograms, stats, and map analyticsUnleash X-Pack and Timelion, and learn alerting, monitoring, and reporting featuresManage dashboards with Beats and create machine learning jobs for faster analyticsBook DescriptionKibana is one of the popular tools among data enthusiasts for slicing and dicing large datasets and uncovering Business Intelligence (BI) with the help of its rich and powerful visualizations.To begin with, Mastering Kibana 6.x quickly introduces you to the features of Kibana 6.x, before teaching you how to create smart dashboards in no time. You will explore metric analytics and graph exploration, followed by understanding how to quickly customize Kibana dashboards. In addition to this, you will learn advanced analytics such as maps, hits, and list analytics. All this will help you enhance your skills in running and comparing multiple queries and filters, influencing your data visualization skills at scale.With Kibana’s Timelion feature, you can analyze time series data with histograms and stats analytics. By the end of this book, you will have created a speedy machine learning job using X-Pack capabilities.What you will learnCreate unique dashboards with various intuitive data visualizationsVisualize Timelion expressions with added histograms and stats analyticsIntegrate X-Pack with your Elastic Stack in simple stepsExtract data from Elasticsearch for advanced analysis and anomaly detection using dashboardsBuild dashboards from web applications for application logsCreate monitoring and alerting dashboards using BeatsWho this book is forMastering Kibana 6.x is for you if you are a big data engineer, DevOps engineer, or data scientist aspiring to go beyond data visualization at scale and gain maximum insights from their large datasets. Basic knowledge of Elasticstack will be an added advantage, although not mandatory.
Mastering KnockoutJS
by Timothy MoranIf you are an experienced JavaScript developer who is looking for new tools to build web applications and get an understanding of core elements and applications, this is the book for you. A basic knowledge of DOM, JavaScript, and KnockoutJS is assumed.
Mastering Knowledge Management Using Microsoft Technologies: Secrets to Leveraging Microsoft 365 and Becoming a Knowledge Management Guru
by Tori Reddy DodlaFor companies and individuals already using Microsoft365 and other Microsoft technologies, this book is designed to reveal how to fully utilize these platforms for effective Knowledge Management without needing to rely on additional third-party tools. It addresses a common issue where organizations find themselves with overlapping technology capabilities for managing knowledge. This situation arises because many companies are not fully aware of the capabilities they already possess within their existing Microsoft tools. Knowledge management firms capitalize on this gap by offering white-labeled, branded applications with user-friendly interfaces, selling them to companies that could achieve the same results with what they already own, if only they knew how to use them properly. By mastering the use of Microsoft technologies for Knowledge Management, organizations can save significant amounts of money that would otherwise be spent on unnecessary external solutions. Whether your objective is to optimize Knowledge Management processes or align these tools with your organization's business processes, this book is designed to serve as a valuable resource, offering practical guidance and strategies to empower your endeavors. By the end of this book, readers will be equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to make informed decisions regarding the utilization of Microsoft technologies for Knowledge Management and organizational design. What You Will Learn The components of a Microsoft Knowledge Base How PowerPlatfom can support Knowledge Management activities How Microsoft tools fit into the Knowledge Management Landscape How to integrate AI using Microsoft Co-Pilot Who This Book Is For Chief Technology Officers, Chief Information Officers, Chief Knowledge Officers, Chief Digital Officers, Directors of Knowledge Management, Knowledge Managers, SharePoint Administrators, Digital Transformation Consultants
Mastering Kotlin: Learn advanced Kotlin programming techniques to build apps for Android, iOS, and the web
by Nate EbelExplore popular language features, Java to Kotlin interoperability, advanced topics, and practical applications by building a variety of sample projects Key Features Understand and leverage the syntax, tools, and patterns by writing code in Kotlin Explore practical topics such as Java interop, concurrency with coroutines, and functional programming Discover how to use Kotlin for build targets like Android, iOS, JavaScript, and backend service Book Description Using Kotlin without taking advantage of its power and interoperability is like owning a sports car and never taking it out of the garage. While documentation and introductory resources can help you learn the basics of Kotlin, the fact that it's a new language means that there are limited learning resources and code bases available in comparison to Java and other established languages. This Kotlin book will show you how to leverage software designs and concepts that have made Java the most dominant enterprise programming language. You'll understand how Kotlin is a modern approach to object-oriented programming (OOP). This book will take you through the vast array of features that Kotlin provides over other languages. These features include seamless interoperability with Java, efficient syntax, built-in functional programming constructs, and support for creating your own DSL. Finally, you will gain an understanding of implementing practical design patterns and best practices to help you master the Kotlin language. By the end of the book, you'll have obtained an advanced understanding of Kotlin in order to be able to build production-grade applications. What you will learn Model data using interfaces, classes, and data classes Grapple with practical interoperability challenges and solutions with Java Build parallel apps using concurrency solutions such as coroutines Explore functional, reactive, and imperative programming to build flexible apps Discover how to build your own domain-specific language Embrace functional programming using the standard library and Arrow Delve into the use of Kotlin for frontend JavaScript development Build server-side services using Kotlin and Ktor Who this book is for If you're a Kotlin developer looking to further their skills or a professional Java developer looking for better or professional resources in order to make a switch to Kotlin, this book is for you. Familiarity with Kotlin programming will assist with understanding key concepts covered in the book.
Mastering Kotlin: A Beginner's Guide (Mastering Computer Science)
by Sufyan Bin UzayrMastering Kotlin helps readers quickly understand core concepts and then move on to practical projects using the Kotlin programming language. Back in the day, Java was the de facto choice for creating Android apps. However, since Google announced Kotlin as the new language of choice for building Android applications, developers haven’t looked back. Kotlin is a general purpose, statically typed, open source programming language that runs on Java Virtual Machines. It can be called a Java replacement; however, the Kotlin syntax isn’t blindly identical to that of Java. Sure, Kotlin can work with Java, and owing to its intuitiveness, it can also enhance overall productivity and efficiency, but it is not a Java clone. Kotlin differs from Java in that it has assertive interfaces that help determine variable and expression classes, even if they’re not defined. Kotlin is a beautiful alternative for modifying and identifying faults because it has a familiar and straightforward syntax and programming structure. It comes with a sophisticated compiler that can track automatic casts, allowing verification durations to be more efficient. Kotlin also has simple signals that may be interpreted without any need for set parameters. And Kotlin is easy to set up: all you need is a Kotlin component for Android Studio. Kotlin developers are in high demand. As a Kotlin developer, you’ll be able to pursue a variety of career routes, spanning fields such as mobile app development, game development, game design, and even software development. Many well-known brands use Kotlin in their software and projects. Naturally, it is a good idea to learn Kotlin, and this is how Mastering Kotlin can be the right manual for you! With Mastering Kotlin, learning Kotlin becomes an easy task, and learners can use their skills to create innovative Kotlin apps. The Mastering Computer Science series is edited by Sufyan bin Uzayr, a writer and educator with over a decade of experience in the computing field.
Mastering Kubernetes
by Gigi SayfanMaster the art of container management utilizing the power of Kubernetes. About This Book • This practical guide demystifies Kubernetes and ensures that your clusters are always available, scalable, and up to date • Discover new features such as autoscaling, rolling updates, resource quotas, and cluster size • Master the skills of designing and deploying large clusters on various cloud platforms Who This Book Is For The book is for system administrators and developers who have intermediate level of knowledge with Kubernetes and are now waiting to master its advanced features. You should also have basic networking knowledge. This advanced-level book provides a pathway to master Kubernetes. What You Will Learn • Architect a robust Kubernetes cluster for long-time operation • Discover the advantages of running Kubernetes on GCE, AWS, Azure, and bare metal • See the identity model of Kubernetes and options for cluster federation • Monitor and troubleshoot Kubernetes clusters and run a highly available Kubernetes • Create and configure custom Kubernetes resources and use third-party resources in your automation workflows • Discover the art of running complex stateful applications in your container environment • Deliver applications as standard packages In Detail Kubernetes is an open source system to automate the deployment, scaling, and management of containerized applications. If you are running more than just a few containers or want automated management of your containers, you need Kubernetes. This book mainly focuses on the advanced management of Kubernetes clusters. It covers problems that arise when you start using container orchestration in production. We start by giving you an overview of the guiding principles in Kubernetes design and show you the best practises in the fields of security, high availability, and cluster federation. You will discover how to run complex stateful microservices on Kubernetes including advanced features as horizontal pod autoscaling, rolling updates, resource quotas, and persistent storage back ends. Using real-world use cases, we explain the options for network configuration and provides guidelines on how to set up, operate, and troubleshoot various Kubernetes networking plugins. Finally, we cover custom resource development and utilization in automation and maintenance workflows. By the end of this book, you'll know everything you need to know to go from intermediate to advanced level. Style and approach Delving into the design of the Kubernetes platform, the reader will be exposed to the advanced features and best practices of Kubernetes. This book will be an advanced level book which will provide a pathway to master Kubernetes
Mastering Kubernetes: Level up your container orchestration skills with Kubernetes to build, run, secure, and observe large-scale distributed apps, 3rd Edition
by Gigi SayfanGo beyond simply learning Kubernetes fundamentals and its deployment, and explore more advanced concepts, including serverless computing and service meshes with the latest updates Key Features Master Kubernetes architecture and design to build and deploy secure distributed applications Learn advanced concepts like autoscaling, cluster federation, serverless computing, and service mesh integration for observability Explore Kubernetes 1.18 features and its rich ecosystem of tools like Kubectl, Knative, and Helm Book Description The third edition of Mastering Kubernetes is updated with the latest tools and code enabling you to learn Kubernetes 1.18's latest features. This book primarily concentrates on diving deeply into complex concepts and Kubernetes best practices to help you master the skills of designing and deploying large clusters on various cloud platforms. The book trains you to run complex stateful microservices on Kubernetes including advanced features such as horizontal pod autoscaling, rolling updates, resource quotas, and persistent storage backend. With the two new chapters, you will gain expertise in serverless computing and utilizing service meshes. As you proceed through the chapters, you will explore different options for network configuration and learn to set up, operate, and troubleshoot Kubernetes networking plugins through real-world use cases. Furthermore, you will understand the mechanisms of custom resource development and its utilization in automation and maintenance workflows. By the end of this Kubernetes book, you will graduate from an intermediate to advanced Kubernetes professional. What you will learn Master the fundamentals of Kubernetes architecture and design Build and run stateful applications and complex microservices on Kubernetes Use tools like Kubectl, secrets, and Helm to manage resources and storage Master Kubernetes Networking with load balancing options like Ingress Achieve high-availability Kubernetes clusters Improve Kubernetes observability with tools like Prometheus, Grafana, and Jaeger Extend Kubernetes working with Kubernetes API, plugins, and webhooks Who this book is for If you are a system administrator or a cloud developer with working knowledge of Kubernetes and are keen to master its advanced features, along with learning everything from building microservices to utilizing service meshes, Mastering Kubernetes is for you. Basic familiarity with networking concepts will be helpful.
Mastering Kubernetes: Master the art of container management by using the power of Kubernetes, 2nd Edition
by Gigi SayfanExploit design, deployment, and management of large-scale containersKey FeaturesExplore the latest features available in Kubernetes 1.10Ensure that your clusters are always available, scalable, and up to dateMaster the skills of designing and deploying large clusters on various cloud platformsBook DescriptionKubernetes is an open source system that is used to automate the deployment, scaling, and management of containerized applications. If you are running more containers or want automated management of your containers, you need Kubernetes at your disposal. To put things into perspective, Mastering Kubernetes walks you through the advanced management of Kubernetes clusters.To start with, you will learn the fundamentals of both Kubernetes architecture and Kubernetes design in detail. You will discover how to run complex stateful microservices on Kubernetes including advanced features such as horizontal pod autoscaling, rolling updates, resource quotas, and persistent storage backend. Using real-world use cases, you will explore the options for network configuration, and understand how to set up, operate, and troubleshoot various Kubernetes networking plugins. In addition to this, you will get to grips with custom resource development and utilization in automation and maintenance workflows.To scale up your knowledge of Kubernetes, you will encounter some additional concepts based on the Kubernetes 1.10 release, such as Promethus, Role-based access control, API aggregation, and more. By the end of this book, you’ll know everything you need to graduate from intermediate to advanced level of understanding Kubernetes.What you will learnArchitect a robust Kubernetes cluster for long-time operationDiscover the advantages of running Kubernetes on GCE, AWS, Azure, and bare metalUnderstand the identity model of Kubernetes, along with the options for cluster federationMonitor and troubleshoot Kubernetes clusters and run a highly available KubernetesCreate and configure custom Kubernetes resources and use third-party resources in your automation workflowsEnjoy the art of running complex stateful applications in your container environmentDeliver applications as standard packagesWho this book is forMastering Kubernetes is for you if you are a system administrator or a developer who has an intermediate understanding of Kubernetes and wish to master its advanced features. Basic knowledge of networking would also be helpful. In all, this advanced-level book provides a smooth pathway to mastering Kubernetes.
Mastering KVM Virtualization: Design expert data center virtualization solutions with the power of Linux KVM, 2nd Edition
by Vedran Dakic Humble Devassy Chirammal Prasad Mukhedkar Anil VettathuIf you are a systems administrator, DevOps practitioner, or developer with Linux experience looking to sharpen your open-source virtualization skills, this virtualization book is for you. Prior understanding of the Linux command line and virtualization is required before getting started with this book.
Mastering KVM Virtualization
by Prasad Mukhedkar Humble Devassy Chirammal Anil VettathuDive in to the cutting edge techniques of Linux KVM virtualization, and build the virtualization solutions your datacentre demands About This Book * Become an expert in Linux virtualization * Migrate your virtualized datacenter to the cloud * Find out how to build a large scale virtualization solution that will transform your organization Who This Book Is For Linux administrators - if you want to build incredible, yet manageable virtualization solutions with KVM this is the book to get you there. It will help you apply what you already know to some tricky virtualization tasks. What You Will Learn * Explore the ecosystem of tools that support Linux virtualization * Find out why KVM offers you a smarter way to unlock the potential of virtualization * Implement KVM virtualization using oVirt * Explore the KVM architecture - so you can manage, scale and optimize it with ease * Migrate your virtualized datacenter to the cloud for truly resource-efficient computing * Find out how to integrate OpenStack with KVM to take full control of the cloud In Detail A robust datacenter is essential for any organization - but you don't want to waste resources. With KVM you can virtualize your datacenter, transforming a Linux operating system into a powerful hypervisor that allows you to manage multiple OS with minimal fuss. This book doesn't just show you how to virtualize with KVM - it shows you how to do it well. Written to make you an expert on KVM, you'll learn to manage the three essential pillars of scalability, performance and security - as well as some useful integrations with cloud services such as OpenStack. From the fundamentals of setting up a standalone KVM virtualization platform, and the best tools to harness it effectively, including virt-manager, and kimchi-project, everything you do is built around making KVM work for you in the real-world, helping you to interact and customize it as you need it. With further guidance on performance optimization for Microsoft Windows and RHEL virtual machines, as well as proven strategies for backup and disaster recovery, you'll can be confident that your virtualized data center is working for your organization - not hampering it. Finally, the book will empower you to unlock the full potential of cloud through KVM. Migrating your physical machines to the cloud can be challenging, but once you've mastered KVM, it's a little easie. Style and approach Combining advanced insights with practical solutions, Mastering KVM Virtualization is a vital resource for anyone that believes in the power of virtualization to help a business use resources more effectively.
Mastering Large Datasets with Python: Parallelize and Distribute Your Python Code
by John WolohanSummary Modern data science solutions need to be clean, easy to read, and scalable. In Mastering Large Datasets with Python, author J.T. Wolohan teaches you how to take a small project and scale it up using a functionally influenced approach to Python coding. You&’ll explore methods and built-in Python tools that lend themselves to clarity and scalability, like the high-performing parallelism method, as well as distributed technologies that allow for high data throughput. The abundant hands-on exercises in this practical tutorial will lock in these essential skills for any large-scale data science project. Purchase of the print book includes a free eBook in PDF, Kindle, and ePub formats from Manning Publications. About the technology Programming techniques that work well on laptop-sized data can slow to a crawl—or fail altogether—when applied to massive files or distributed datasets. By mastering the powerful map and reduce paradigm, along with the Python-based tools that support it, you can write data-centric applications that scale efficiently without requiring codebase rewrites as your requirements change. About the book Mastering Large Datasets with Python teaches you to write code that can handle datasets of any size. You&’ll start with laptop-sized datasets that teach you to parallelize data analysis by breaking large tasks into smaller ones that can run simultaneously. You&’ll then scale those same programs to industrial-sized datasets on a cluster of cloud servers. With the map and reduce paradigm firmly in place, you&’ll explore tools like Hadoop and PySpark to efficiently process massive distributed datasets, speed up decision-making with machine learning, and simplify your data storage with AWS S3. What's inside An introduction to the map and reduce paradigm Parallelization with the multiprocessing module and pathos framework Hadoop and Spark for distributed computing Running AWS jobs to process large datasets About the reader For Python programmers who need to work faster with more data. About the author J. T. Wolohan is a lead data scientist at Booz Allen Hamilton, and a PhD researcher at Indiana University, Bloomington. Table of Contents: PART 1 1 ¦ Introduction 2 ¦ Accelerating large dataset work: Map and parallel computing 3 ¦ Function pipelines for mapping complex transformations 4 ¦ Processing large datasets with lazy workflows 5 ¦ Accumulation operations with reduce 6 ¦ Speeding up map and reduce with advanced parallelization PART 2 7 ¦ Processing truly big datasets with Hadoop and Spark 8 ¦ Best practices for large data with Apache Streaming and mrjob 9 ¦ PageRank with map and reduce in PySpark 10 ¦ Faster decision-making with machine learning and PySpark PART 3 11 ¦ Large datasets in the cloud with Amazon Web Services and S3 12 ¦ MapReduce in the cloud with Amazon&’s Elastic MapReduce
Mastering Leap Motion
by Brandon SandersIf you want to begin writing full-fledged applications for the Leap Motion Controller or are trying to figure out how a Leap Motion device integrates with pre-existing technologies, this is the book for you. A working knowledge of any object-oriented programming language is essential. Basic familiarity with developing Leap Motion apps is assumed.
Mastering LEGO® MINDSTORMS: Build Better Robots with Python and Word Blocks
by Barbara Bratzel Rob TorokTake your robotics skills to the next level with this guide to mastering LEGO® MINDSTORMS Robot Inventor and LEGO® SPIKE Prime.You&’ve learned the basics of LEGO® robotics with your Robot Inventor or SPIKE Prime kit, and now you&’re ready for more. This full-color, illustrated guidebook to programming your robotic creations teaches you everything you need to know to level up your engineering skills, using examples relevant to both sets. In no time, you&’ll be coding movements for autonomous robot vehicles, building interactive games, making LEGO® musical instruments, and more.Rather than feature step-by-step instructions for building a handful of models, you&’ll find essential information and expert tips and tricks for designing, building, and programming your own robotic creations. The book teaches the fundamentals of writing text-based code for your robots using the popular Python programming language; shows how to harness gears, linkages, and other mechanisms to create all kinds of motion; and explores sophisticated programming techniques for popular applications such as line following and obstacle avoidance, using both Python and Scratch-based Word Blocks. As you learn, loads of challenges and open-ended projects will inspire you to try out ideas.
Mastering LibGDX Game Development
by Patrick HoeyLeverage the power of LibGDX to create a fully functional, customizable RPG game for your own commercial title About This Book * Learn game architecture and design patterns with concrete examples using proper software engineering principles * Save time and money with this handy reference guide for future game development with LibGDX * Design and develop a fully functional RPG video game from scratch with a hands on, step-by-step approach using LibGDX Who This Book Is For If you are an intermediate-level game developer who wants to create an RPG video game but found the creation process overwhelming, either by lack of tutorials or by getting lost in a sea of game-related technologies, engines, or frameworks, then this book is for you. This book assumes familiarity with Java and some basic knowledge of LibGDX. What You Will Learn * Develop characters with stat attributes, player movement, animation, physics, and collision detection * Create interactive NPC characters with speech windows and build immersion via dialog trees * Build inventory management system UIs with drag and drop items to sell, buy, and equip * Design a quest system to expand out the content of your game * Form interesting enemies with battle mechanics and spawn points * Devise scripted cutscenes to add an element of story and drama * Develop save and load game profiles * Create special effects to give the game extra "juiciness" and polish, and help build the atmosphere In Detail LibGDX is a Java-based framework developed with a heavy emphasis on performance, and includes cross-platform support out of the box (Windows, OS X, Linux, iOS, Android, and HTML5) as well as providing all the low-level functionality so that you can focus on developing your game and not battling with the platform. LibGDX also has an engaged and responsive community, active maintenance, and is available for free without a prohibitive license. Starting from the beginning, this book will take you through the entire development process of creating an RPG video game using LibGDX. First, this book will introduce you to the features specific to RPG games, as well as an overview of game architecture. Then, you will create map locations, develop character movement, add animation, integrate collision detection, and develop a portal system. Next, you will learn and develop a HUD and other UI components, as well as an inventory management system. You will then develop NPC interactions including dialog trees, shopkeepers, and quest givers. After this, you will design and create battle features for fighting enemies, as well as event triggers for world events. Finally, you will add the final polish with sound, music, and lighting effects. By the end of this book, you will have learned and applied core components from the LibGDX framework, as well as have a finished game to use as a springboard for customization and story development for your own commercial video game. Style and approach This book walks you through the concepts and implementation of developing a complete RPG game, unfolding chapter by chapter and building upon previous concepts. Each chapter can be used as an individual reference with diagrams to explain core concepts with concrete example code explained in detail.
Mastering Linux Administration: A comprehensive guide to installing, configuring, and maintaining Linux systems in the modern data center
by Alexandru Calcatinge Julian BalogDevelop advanced skills for working with Linux systems on-premises and in the cloudKey FeaturesBecome proficient in everyday Linux administration tasks by mastering the Linux command line and using automationWork with the Linux filesystem, packages, users, processes, and daemonsDeploy Linux to the cloud with AWS, Azure, and KubernetesBook DescriptionLinux plays a significant role in modern data center management and provides great versatility in deploying and managing your workloads on-premises and in the cloud. This book covers the important topics you need to know about for your everyday Linux administration tasks. The book starts by helping you understand the Linux command line and how to work with files, packages, and filesystems. You'll then begin administering network services and hardening security, and learn about cloud computing, containers, and orchestration. Once you've learned how to work with the command line, you'll explore the essential Linux commands for managing users, processes, and daemons and discover how to secure your Linux environment using application security frameworks and firewall managers. As you advance through the chapters, you'll work with containers, hypervisors, virtual machines, Ansible, and Kubernetes. You'll also learn how to deploy Linux to the cloud using AWS and Azure. By the end of this Linux book, you'll be well-versed with Linux and have mastered everyday administrative tasks using workflows spanning from on-premises to the cloud. If you also find yourself adopting DevOps practices in the process, we'll consider our mission accomplished.What you will learnUnderstand how Linux works and learn basic to advanced Linux administration skillsExplore the most widely used commands for managing the Linux filesystem, network, security, and moreGet to grips with different networking and messaging protocolsFind out how Linux security works and how to configure SELinux, AppArmor, and Linux iptablesWork with virtual machines and containers and understand container orchestration with KubernetesWork with containerized workflows using Docker and KubernetesAutomate your configuration management workloads with AnsibleWho this book is forIf you are a Linux administrator who wants to understand the fundamentals and as well as modern concepts of Linux system administration, this book is for you. Windows System Administrators looking to extend their knowledge to the Linux OS will also benefit from this book.
Mastering Linux Device Drivers Development: Write Custom Device Drivers To Support Computer Peripherals In Linux Operating Systems
by John MadieuThis book is for embedded developers, Linux system engineers, and system programmers who want to explore Linux kernel frameworks and subsystems. C programming skills and a basic understanding of driver development is necessary to get started with this book.
Mastering Linux Kernel Development
by Raghu BharadwajIf you are a Linux developer who has familiarity with Kernel programming, but want to improve your Linux Kernel programming abilities to an expert level then this book is for you. It's a long way to go to be called an expert, but sure it begins here for you
Mastering Linux Network Administration
by Jay LacroixMaster the skills and techniques that are required to design, deploy, and administer real Linux-based networksAbout This BookMaster the art of using Linux and administering network services for enterprise environmentsPerform hands-on activities to reinforce expert-level knowledgeGet full coverage of both the CentOS and Debian systems, including how networking concepts differ for eachWho This Book Is ForMastering Linux Network Administration is recommended for those who already understand the basics of using Linux and networking, and would like to push those skills to a higher level through real-world Linux networking scenarios. Whether you intend to run a home office consisting of Linux nodes or a rollout of a Linux network within your organization, this book is a great fit for those that desire to learn how to manage networked systems with the power of Linux.What You Will LearnInstall and configure the Debian and CentOS systemsSet up and configure file serversAdminister networked nodes remotelyDiscover how to monitor system performance for peak healthConfigure network services such as DNS and DHCPHost HTTP content via ApacheTroubleshoot Linux networking issuesIn DetailLinux is everywhere. Whether you run a home office, a small business, or manage enterprise systems, Linux can empower your network to perform at its very best. Armed with the advanced tools and best practice guidance of this practical guide, you'll be able to mold Linux networks to your will, empowering your systems and their users to take advantage of all that Linux-based networks have to offer.Understand how Linux networks function and get to grips with essential tips and tricks to manage them - whether you're already managing a networks, or even just starting out. With Debian and CentOS as its source, this book will divulge all the details you need to manage a real Linux-based network. With detailed activities and instructions based on real-world scenarios, this book will be your guide to the exciting world of Linux networking.Style and approachThis practical guide will walk you through all the core concepts required to manage real Linux-based networks.
Mastering Linux Security and Hardening: Secure your Linux server and protect it from intruders, malware attacks, and other external threats
by Salman Aftab Donald TevaultA comprehensive guide to mastering the art of preventing your Linux system from getting compromised. Key Features Leverage this guide to confidently deliver a system that reduces the risk of being hacked Perform a number of advanced Linux security techniques such as network service detection, user authentication, controlling special permissions, encrypting file systems, and much more Master the art of securing a Linux environment with this end-to-end practical guide Book Description This book has extensive coverage of techniques that will help prevent attackers from breaching your system, by building a much more secure Linux environment. You will learn various security techniques such as SSH hardening, network service detection, setting up firewalls, encrypting file systems, protecting user accounts, authentication processes, and so on. Moving forward, you will also develop hands-on skills with advanced Linux permissions, access control, special modes, and more. Lastly, this book will also cover best practices and troubleshooting techniques to get your work done efficiently. By the end of this book, you will be confident in delivering a system that will be much harder to compromise. What you will learn Use various techniques to prevent intruders from accessing sensitive data Prevent intruders from planting malware, and detect whether malware has been planted Prevent insiders from accessing data that they aren’t authorized to access Do quick checks to see whether a computer is running network services that it doesn’t need to run Learn security techniques that are common to all Linux distros, and some that are distro-specificWho this book is for If you are a systems administrator or a network engineer interested in making your Linux environment more secure, then this book is for you. Security consultants wanting to enhance their Linux security skills will also benefit from this book. Prior knowledge of Linux is mandatory.
Mastering Linux Security and Hardening: Secure Your Linux Server And Protect It From Intruders, Malware Attacks, And Other External Threats
by Donald A. TevaultFor the past couple of decades, Linux has been extremely popular with systems administrators, for everything from creating networks and servers to automating their entire working environment. However, security has always been the major concern. With not many resources available in the Linux security domain, this book will be an invaluable resource to help you get your Linux systems properly secured.
Mastering Linux Security and Hardening: A practical guide to protecting your Linux system from cyber attacks, 3rd Edition
by Donald A. TevaultGain a firm practical understanding of how to secure your Linux system from intruders, malware attacks, and other cyber threatsPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free eBook in PDF format.Key FeaturesDiscover security techniques to prevent malware from infecting a Linux system, and detect itPrevent unauthorized people from breaking into a Linux systemProtect important and sensitive data from being revealed to unauthorized personsBook DescriptionThe third edition of Mastering Linux Security and Hardening is an updated, comprehensive introduction to implementing the latest Linux security measures, using the latest versions of Ubuntu and AlmaLinux.In this new edition, you will learn how to set up a practice lab, create user accounts with appropriate privilege levels, protect sensitive data with permissions settings and encryption, and configure a firewall with the newest firewall technologies. You'll also explore how to use sudo to set up administrative accounts with only the privileges required to do a specific job, and you'll get a peek at the new sudo features that have been added over the past couple of years. You'll also see updated information on how to set up a local certificate authority for both Ubuntu and AlmaLinux, as well as how to automate system auditing. Other important skills that you'll learn include how to automatically harden systems with OpenSCAP, audit systems with auditd, harden the Linux kernel configuration, protect your systems from malware, and perform vulnerability scans of your systems. As a bonus, you'll see how to use Security Onion to set up an Intrusion Detection System.By the end of this new edition, you will confidently be able to set up a Linux server that will be secure and harder for malicious actors to compromise.What you will learnPrevent malicious actors from compromising a production Linux systemLeverage additional features and capabilities of Linux in this new versionUse locked-down home directories and strong passwords to create user accountsPrevent unauthorized people from breaking into a Linux systemConfigure file and directory permissions to protect sensitive dataHarden the Secure Shell service in order to prevent break-ins and data lossApply security templates and set up auditingWho this book is forThis book is for Linux administrators, system administrators, and network engineers interested in securing moderate to complex Linux environments. Security consultants looking to enhance their Linux security skills will also find this book useful. Working experience with the Linux command line and package management is necessary to understand the concepts covered in this book.