*PLUG is pleased to announce* Our new, free, Security focused meeting. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ For more info, Meeting time and location see: http://phxlinux.org/index.php/meetings/20-plug-security.html ------------------------------------------------------------------------ On the*2nd Tuesday of every month**, starting at 7pm*, at the Desert Breeze Substation located in Chandler, AZ (Same location as the regular PLUG meeting), we will be holding cyber security focused courses for the public. You are invited to attend this event if you are interested in cyber security and wish to have an opportunity to learn about digital security as well as related hardware and software. *In this first class*we will be discussing the modern hacker, tools used, and their work flow. Topics covered will include probing, reconnaissance, and the software and tools used when inspecting a network for potential attack. Participants are encouraged to bring their Linux laptop or a copy of virtualbox + Linux OS as some aspects of the presentation will be hands on. Tools covered include: nmap masscan whois ping and more *Your Instructor:* Aaron is an experienced Linux user with several years of teaching experience. He works in the industry as a software developer while also providing consultancy on cyber security related topics.His discussions are AZ Post certified for training credit for law enforcementand he prides himself on providing quality educational material that is relevant and topical. He has a Masters Degree in Intelligence Analysis with a focus in Cyber Security, is a life long learner, and prides himself on staying up to date with the ever changing field of cyber security. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ The meeting will start at 7pm at The Desert Breeze Substation. People start arriving as early as 6pm, so if you would like to help setup and/or chat for a while, arrive a little early. *Meeting Location*: Desert Breeze Substation 251 North Desert Breeze Blvd Chandler, AZ 85226 The Desert Breeze Substation is on Chandler Blvd and Desert Breeze Blvd, which is half way between McClintock and Rural. It is very close to both the south 202 and 101 freeways. Public transportation is available into the late hours. See the meeting information on our web site for more information. See you there, Brian Cluff