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162 Kali Linux Reviews
4.6 out of 5
162 Kali Linux Reviews
4.6 out of 5

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Salmon S.
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What do you like best about Kali Linux?

I like the versatility of the OS, you get so many tools and resources to test your skills and work on various projects Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Kali Linux?

The least helpful would be to find the right software which gels with kali linux Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

vipul t.
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What do you like best about Kali Linux?

It is very useful to avoid hacking to go for check through ethical hacking. It uses the Linux open source for testing to avoid malware attack or loopholes in the code. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Kali Linux?

There is a need of specific or suitable version of hardware needed. Limit time of use on daily basis and it has compatibility issue with some network and software. User interface is not so attractive as it is inside the Linux. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about Kali Linux?

Hi user i was use kali Linux from last 6 month before kali i used Ubuntu. My boss say to i need debian base OS but not Ubuntu. Then i install kali Linux on there system after installation i see too much tools are available in kali Linux.

Basically kali Linux for hackers or security system management handling people it's totally wrong. Every one use this os but tools are too unicq so don't use for any type illegal work . Kali Linux use for fun . Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Kali Linux?

Too much features are in kali Linux that I dislike it.

Mainly maximum package are not available in kali Linux server some time build it. Graphic driver finding or installation are too irritating. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Benjamin N.
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What do you like best about Kali Linux?

I love the level of security features and protection offered to the general user by the product. I actually started using Kali's predecessor BackTrack. Loved the program since then and used it for a various purpuses, from testing the level of security on my router, to ensuring the passwords I utilize are rock-solid secure. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Kali Linux?

Alot of persons can agree with me on this one, the installation process can be rather tedious and also the level of hardware it support needs to be upgraded, because not everyone have a machine that can run the Operating System. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Midhun P.
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What do you like best about Kali Linux?

As a security researcher I have been using this OS for a while, it really helps a lot especially Regular updates, Security focus, Customisation and Community support Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Kali Linux?

I feel some users talk about Lack of User-friendly features. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Nikhil L.
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What do you like best about Kali Linux?

the best thing about the kali linux i love most is the in built tolll which very user firendly and easy to use for the users and beginner andkali linux is open source so we can modifiy as per our requirement and use it Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Kali Linux?

installation of the kali linux is bit confusing to intall on the system

some tools lag while using and it consume to much ram of the system.

there many tools which are difficult to use for begginer and its the worst thing about the kali linux. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Fazal Rahman T.
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What do you like best about Kali Linux?

The speed and most likely it saves my data plan when using internet and is very easy to use for me always i turned back to Linux. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Kali Linux?

Ah i don't have anything in mind which i will be not liking about kali linux. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about Kali Linux?

I like kali linux since 2016 because of its comprehensive toolsets and Open Source. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Kali Linux?

I only don't like somethings like the kali Linux is not for daily use and some application not compatible with platform Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about Kali Linux?

Kali Linux impresses with its broad suite of security tools, boasting an ample array of features and seamless integration, making it a go-to choice for penetration testing and ethical hacking. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Kali Linux?

However, its steep learning curve might intimidate beginners, and while the community, formal customer support opitons are limited, impacting ease of implementation for less experienced users. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Hariprasaanth R.
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What do you like best about Kali Linux?

Has all comprehensive security tools,

It is an open-source,

Active Community and Updates. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Kali Linux?

Resource Intensive comparing to parrot os Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.