Executing brute force attacks using Burp Suite and Hydra, analyzing defensive mechanisms, and recording details.

Preparing an attacker-target lab with Kali Linux and DVWA, then performing network reconnaissance to map the lab.

Deploying Pi-hole, a network-wide DNS sinkhole, inside a container to block ads, trackers, and view DNS traffic.

Installing Proxmox VE, a Type 1 hypervisor, troubleshooting BIOS boot issues, and accessing the web interface.

Starting my homelab by repurposing an old HP Pavilion, upgrading its parts, and turning it into a dedicated server.