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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.

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AlmaLinux OS

AlmaLinux OS is an open-source, community-driven project that is built from the source code of Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL). AlmaLinux is a completely binary compatible fork of RHEL and it is maintained by AlmaLinux OS Foundation which is a register non-profit.

Technical Specs Comparison
Kali LinuxAlmaLinux OS
Debian (Testing)BaseFedora, Red Hat
apt / debPackage Managerdnf / flatpak, rpm
systemdInit Systemsystemd
Rolling ReleaseRelease ModelFixed Release
2026.1Latest Version10.1
IntermediateDifficultyIntermediate
March 24, 2026Release DateNovember 24, 2025
ARM64x86_64ppc64els390x
Architecture
ARM64x86_64ppc64els390x
GNOMEKDE PlasmaXfceMATE
Desktops
GNOMEKDE PlasmaXfceMATE