What is penetration testing in cyber security?

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  1. Scanning only for computer viruses
  2. Measuring network speed during normal use
  3. Testing a system with pretend attacks to find weak spots

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  1. Aerospace Dimensions Module 7: Cyber Security akwg.cap.gov/media/cms/Module_7__Cyber_84C9463CFA072_22b24.pdf Checked 2026-10-10.

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