The world of cyber security and hacking

The next day. as he entered the class everyone saw him like he was some kind of celebrity. he ignored them and got to his seat. at lunch, he spends his time with Gwen and Cetric.

After the class. Max found himself a quiet place to sit in the school library, after reading some books he wandered into the technology section. he discovered a book titled "Cyber Security and Ethical Hacking for Beginners."

Intrigued, he picked it up and started reading. Max had a photographic memory now, so he didn't need to take notes; everything he read stayed with him.

He spent hours in the library, soaking up information about programming languages like Python and JavaScript, and learning about network security. He read about famous hacking incidents and studied the methods hackers used to breach systems. Books like "The Art of Invisibility" by Kevin Mitnick and "Hacking: The Art of Exploitation" by Jon Erickson became his favorites.

Max also used the library computers to practice what he learned. He explored ethical hacking concepts like penetration testing, encryption, and firewall management. He learned about different types of malware, such as viruses, worms, and trojans, and how to protect against them. The thrill of understanding how systems worked and how they could be protected—or breached—was exhilarating.

Even though he didn't study everything, the medium-level knowledge he gained from the theories alone set him apart. Max quickly mastered the basics and began creating his own simple security programs. He even simulated hacking scenarios to test his skills. His natural talent for hacking became evident, and he turned into a formidable force when it came to the digital world, even while still in high school.

Max realized he needed his own computer to delve deeper into his new passion. He planned to buy a laptop so he could practice at home. Empowered by his new abilities he can't wait to use it in real time and uncover secrets hidden in the vast expanse of cyberspace.

Max knew he needed a decent laptop and some basic accessories to dive deeper into his passion for cyber security and hacking. After doing some research, he found that a good mid-range laptop with enough processing power and memory for his tasks would cost around $800. He also needed a few other essentials: a portable external hard drive for backup, which would be about $60, and a set of reliable headphones for focusing, costing around $50. To make sure his new setup was secure, Max planned to buy a top-notch antivirus program, which was another $40. All in all, Max estimated that he would need about $950 to get everything he needed to turn his hobby into a serious pursuit. Although he already had $500,000 in his account from previous savings and a deal with Danny's dad, Max was still careful with his spending. He wanted to make sure every purchase counted toward his goal of becoming an expert. He was determined to make this investment in his future.

Max loved the challenge of learning something new every day. He read about how hackers could steal information through phishing attacks and how to stop them. He learned about securing Wi-Fi networks and how to build strong passwords that were hard to crack. Every piece of knowledge made him more confident.

This journey was just beginning, but he was ready for whatever challenges lay ahead. He felt unstoppable with his photographic memory and growing knowledge of cyber security. The world of hacking was vast and complex, but Max was determined to master it. He couldn't wait to see where his new skills would take him.