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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.

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Garuda Linux screenshot

Garuda Linux

Garuda Linux is a rolling distribution based on the Arch Linux operating system. Unlike Arch Linux, Garuda Linux comes with a graphical installer (Calamares) for easy installation, and other advanced graphical tools for managing your system.

Technical Specs Comparison
Kali LinuxGaruda Linux
Debian (Testing)BaseArch
apt / debPackage Managerpacman / pkg
systemdInit Systemsystemd
Rolling ReleaseRelease ModelRolling Release
2026.1Latest Version
IntermediateDifficultyIntermediate
March 24, 2026Release DateMarch 9, 2026
ARM64x86_64
Architecture
ARM64x86_64
GNOMEKDE PlasmaXfceCinnamonHyprlandi3MokkaSway
Desktops
GNOMEKDE PlasmaXfceCinnamonHyprlandi3MokkaSway