how to learn hacking and cybersecurity

Hey Onildo, if you want to start strong in hacking and cybersecurity, focus on building real skills step by step. Start with the basics: learn how operating systems work (especially Linux), how networks function (TCP/IP, ports, DNS), and how to use the terminal. Then move into ethical hacking topics using free platforms like OverTheWire (great for Linux and terminal basics), PicoCTF (fun challenges for beginners), and PortSwigger Web Security Academy (amazing for learning web attacks like XSS and SQL injection). These are all completely free and used by real professionals. I’m still learning too, so take this as a starting point, not expert advice, but this approach has been working well for me.