Why is it important for a security tester to be able to use Nmap?

What will be an ideal response?

Nmap has become one of the most popular port scanners and adds new features constantly, such as OS detection and fast multiple-probe ping scanning. Nmap also has a GUI front end called Zenmap that makes working with complex options easier. Nmap has been enhanced over the years because, like many other security tools, it's open source; if bugs are found, users can offer suggestions for correcting them.

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A user reports that several spots within the company's office have intermittent connectivity issues with the newly installed wireless network. There are several WAPs located around the office to provide a strong signal wherever the users are. Which of the following is the MOST likely cause of the problem?

A. Incompatible network card B. Channel overlap C. Latency D. WEP encryption

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A technician receives a computer that has a virus. Which of the following should the technician perform FIRST?

A. Identify the malware. B. Research the malware types. C. Run the System Recovery Utility. D. Rollback to the System Restore Point.

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