Nmap 101

The network mapper every hacker must master. Learn to scan hosts, discover services, and fingerprint operating systems.

Overview

Nmap is the most widely used network discovery tool in security. This course teaches you to scan networks, detect open ports, identify running services, and fingerprint operating systems, the essential first step in any network assessment.

What you will learn

  • Perform basic and advanced scans with Nmap
  • Detect open ports and identify running services
  • Fingerprint operating systems remotely
  • Write NSE scripts for automated reconnaissance

Syllabus

A structured path through every lesson: What is Nmap?, Basic Scanning, Port Discovery, Service Version Detection, OS Fingerprinting, NSE Scripts, Advanced Scan Types, Performance & Firewall Evasion, Output Formats & Automation.