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Arch Linux

Arch Linux is an independently developed, x86_64-optimised Linux distribution targeted at competent Linux users. It uses 'pacman', its home-grown package manager, to provide updates to the latest software applications with full dependency tracking.

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Kali Linux screenshot

Kali Linux

Kali Linux (formerly known as BackTrack) is a Debian-based distribution with a collection of security and forensics tools. It features timely security updates, support for the ARM architecture, a choice of four popular desktop environments, and seamless upgrades to newer versions.

Technical Specs Comparison
Arch LinuxKali Linux
IndependentBaseDebian (Testing)
pkgPackage Managerapt / deb
systemdInit Systemsystemd
Rolling ReleaseRelease ModelRolling Release
2012.11.01Latest Version2026.1
AdvancedDifficultyIntermediate
November 2, 2012Release DateMarch 24, 2026
x86_64ARM64
Architecture
x86_64ARM64
CinnamonEnlightenmentGNOMEKDElabwcLXDEMATEXfceKDE Plasma
Desktops
CinnamonEnlightenmentGNOMEKDElabwcLXDEMATEXfceKDE Plasma