Practical Cyber Hacking Skills for Beginners - Introduction to Hashcat

The video introduces Hashcat, a powerful and fast password-cracking tool available for Mac, Linux, and PC users. It guides viewers on downloading and extracting Hashcat from hashcat.net, emphasizing the use of the binaries format. The video also highlights the advantages of using a GPU over a CPU for better performance with Hashcat, providing tips on how to check for a GPU on Windows 10. The tutorial concludes with a brief mention of the next video, which will cover creating files for brute force attacks using Hashcat.

What makes Hashcat a preferred tool for password cracking?

• It requires a subscription for full features.

• It only works on Linux systems.

• It is free and very fast.

• It is the only tool available for Mac users.

Where can you download the Hashcat binaries?

• hashcat.info

• hashcat.com

• hashcat.org

• hashcat.net

What is the recommended method for unzipping Hashcat files if you don't have software?

• Contact support for assistance.

• Download a new unzipping software.

• Use a command-line tool.

• Use extract.me to upload and unzip the file.

Why is it recommended to use a GPU with Hashcat?

• GPUs are easier to install.

• GPUs are more energy-efficient.

• GPUs are cheaper than CPUs.

• GPUs maximize Hashcat's speed.

How can you check if your Windows 10 device has a GPU?

• Check the system settings.

• Ask the manufacturer.

• Look under display adapters in the device manager.

• Search online for your device specifications.