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OSINT for Beginners: A Comprehensive Guide to Open Source Intelligence

    Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) has become an increasingly important skill in our digital age. Whether you're a cybersecurity professional, journalist, researcher, or simply someone interested in information gathering, understanding OSINT fundamentals is crucial. This guide will introduce you to the world of OSINT and provide you with the knowledge to start your journey. What is OSINT?   Open Source Intelligence refers to the collection, analysis, and making sense of publicly available information. Despite the technical-sounding name, OSINT isn't just for intelligence agencies or security professionals. It's a methodology anyone can use to gather and analyze information from publicly accessible sources. The term "open source" in OSINT doesn't refer to open-source software, but rather to openly available information sources such as: - News media and journals - Public government data - Social media platforms - Academic publications - Corporate websites - Pu...