freeCodeCamp/guide/english/security/tools/index.md

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## Security Tools

Security tools are pieces of software and hardware which are used to perform penetration testing, reconnaisance, network analysis, data collection, and/or physical entry into a network, computer system, and/or building. They are used by Information Security Analysts to help in the aid of testing system securities.

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