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The best part of Kali Linux is it's a simple and user-friendly interface. Kali Linux is one of the most preferred operating systems for security researchers who are working in the field of cyber security. I have been using Kali for the last 5 years and I can say that this is the best Linux distro for someone who wants to learn and improve their skills in Penetration testing. It has excellent and lots of inbuilt tools that give a fast and reliable result to recognize any target. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
There is no big reason for me to dislike this Linux because I use it in my day-to-day life for my work. I just don't like the outdated packages it has, as there are a lot of outdated packages and its content needs to be updated and if this happened then it will be a great addition to it. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
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Kali has a lot of tools available which are very helpful in any needed cyber-security field. These tools are easy to setup and you can start using those instantly. I used Kali-Linux by creating bootable pen-drive and it worked really well. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
There might be a learning curve with every tool and there are a lot of tools you can use. So don't get distracted by the quantity of available tools. Deciding which tools you need to use and learning them beforehand is the best way to go. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
Kali Linux is best for pen testing and ethical hacking practices. I used Kali Linux for various purposes like network monitoring, web application testing, and digital forensics etc. The best thing that I like in Kali Linux is the pre-install software like John the Ripper, Metasploit Framework, Nikto, Nmap, Skipfish, and Social Engineering Toolkit, and also the Kali Linux GUI, which is very friendly for new comers. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
The dislike is that in Kali when I install tools like Volatility for forensics purposes or Cuckoo Sandbox for malware analysis, etc. Kali was mainly giving library errors, and libraries are already installed, yet I can't find a solution to this error. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
What I like best about Kali Linux is its extensive toolkit for penetration testing and ethical hacking. It provides a vast array of pre-installed tools that are essential for vulnerability scanning, exploitation, and network analysis, making it the go-to OS for cybersecurity professionals. The ability to customize and configure the environment for specific tasks is also a huge plus. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
As I mentioned it is a powerful tool and it has many features in it but for a beginner it is little hard to understand Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
What I like most about Kali Linux is its power and versatility in cybersecurity. It comes preloaded with top-tier tools for penetration testing, making it ideal for network security assessments and learning. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
What I dislike about Kali Linux is that it’s resource-heavy, slowing down less powerful machines. Plus, its interface and specialized tools, made for cybersecurity pros, can feel overwhelming to beginners not yet familiar with Linux or security basics. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
The command uses in linux were easy and also linux is easy to use, It comes with many built in tools and provide better security and also it is open source. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
To use kali linux can be challenging as a beginner level, because it provide limited software to use and also can't play games on that. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
I've been using Kali Linux for years, and I simply can't live without it. It's my go-to for work, and it's always been a reliable and versatile companion. From its user-friendly interface to its vast library of software, Ubuntu has everything I need to be productive. It's more than just an operating system; it's a tool that empowers me to do my best work. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
Non user-friendliest if you're not used to Linux. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
Everything about kali is so good that user will love it. It's light installation, user friendly ui, customizable and etc. It is easily integrable to any other software. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
Someone need to learn linux before using it. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
Most powerfull tool where as a Pen tester or as a security analysist will get all the solution. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
Limitation of few plugins. Maybe want to scan or to penetrate witha alimitation. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.
