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Kali Linux is an open-source, Debian-based Linux distribution geared towards various information security tasks, such as Penetration Testing, Security Research, Computer Forensics and Reverse Engineering.

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[–] lambipapp@lemmy.world 15 points 6 months ago (3 children)

I've heard about Kali Linux many times before. What does it do to make these tasks easier? Is it just that it comes pre installed with the right software or is there any other tweaks that is made?

[–] petsoi@discuss.tchncs.de 7 points 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago)

Purpose-built for Security Testing

What makes Kali Linux unique is its purpose-built nature for security testing. While other Linux distributions may have security tools, Kali Linux integrates a vast array of them out of the box. This saves time for professionals who require a quick setup for penetration testing and ethical hacking tasks.

Wide Array of Pre-installed Tools

Kali Linux boasts a comprehensive selection of pre-installed tools, including but not limited to Wireshark, Nmap, Metasploit, and Aircrack-ng. These tools cover a broad spectrum of security assessments, from network scanning to vulnerability analysis and exploitation.

https://www.jamesparker.dev/how-is-kali-linux-different-from-other-linux-distributions/###

[–] john89@lemmy.ca 0 points 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago)

If you ever get involved in hacking, a lot and I mean a LOT of the tools are written in Python.

It can be a real PITA to set up a ton of different, standalone python programs, so kali linux comes with most of what people will need installed and ready to go.

Personal rant: Stop writing your programs in Python. If it's meant to be distributed, use a compiled language.

[–] Irelephant@lemm.ee 3 points 6 months ago

The wallpaper fucks.

[–] fireshell@lemmy.ml 2 points 6 months ago

4.3 became 4.7Gb Kali Linux Live image.