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Introduction to Kali Linux:

Kali Linux is a popular open-source penetration testing platform that provides a comprehensive
set of tools for security testing and assessment. Some of the most popular tools included in Kali
Linux are Nmap, Wireshark, Metasploit, Aircrack-NG, John the Ripper, sqlmap, Burp Suite,
Hashcat, Hydra, and Maltego. These tools are widely used by cybersecurity professionals, as
well as by individuals who are looking to improve their knowledge of network security. Kali
Linux is a Debian-based distribution.

With Kali Linux, you can perform a wide range of labs and testing scenarios, including
penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and web application security testing. You can also
use Kali Linux to simulate real-world cyber-attacks and test your network’s security measures.
Additionally, the comprehensive set of tools included in Kali Linux makes it a great choice for
individuals who are looking to improve their skills and knowledge in a variety of cybersecurity
areas.

It's an Operating System (OS) packed with more than 600 tools for finding vulnerabilities,
testing security, and doing digital forensics. Think of it as a toolbox that ethical hackers and
security professionals use to keep systems safe. It's popular because it comes with a bunch of
pre-installed tools, saving time and effort for security tasks. Whether you're a beginner or an
expert, Kali Linux is a powerful tool for protecting digital environments.

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Kali Linux History:
The Kali Linux project began quietly in 2012, when Offensive Security decided that they wanted
to replace their venerable BackTrack Linux project, the first release (version 1.0) happened one
year later, in March 2013. Below is a rough overview of how Kali Linux came to be:

Date Project Released Base OS


2004-August-30 Whoppix v2 Knoppix
2005-July-17 WHAX v3 Slax
2006-May-26 BackTrack v1 Slackware Live CD 10.2.0
2007-March-06 BackTrack v2 Slackware Live CD 11.0.0
2008-June-19 BackTrack v3 Slackware Live CD 12.0.0
2010-January-09 BackTrack v4 (Pwnsauce) Ubuntu 8.10 (Intrepid Ibex)
2011-May-10 BackTrack v5 (Revolution) Ubuntu 10.04 (Lucid Lynx)
2013-March-13 Kali Linux v1 (Moto) Debian 7 (Wheezy)
2015-August-11 Kali Linux v2 (Sana) Debian 8 (Jessie)
2016-January-16 Kali Linux Rolling Debian Testing

Kali Linux has a release cycle similar to many Linux distributions, with new versions being
released periodically. Each release of Kali Linux brings improvements, updates, and new
features to ensure that it remains a leading platform for cybersecurity professionals and
enthusiasts.

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