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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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iDeal OS screenshot

iDeal OS

iDeal is an MX Linux-based distribution, with various privacy and security settings enabled by default. Privacy and security are the main stated goal of the project, offering to surf, shop, trade and bank online with peace of mind, without advertisements, tracking, logging, bugs, viruses or unwanted disclosure of personal information.

Technical Specs Comparison
Kali LinuxiDeal OS
Debian (Testing)BaseDebian (Stable), MX Linux
apt / debPackage Managerapt / deb, flatpak
systemdInit Systemsystemd
Rolling ReleaseRelease ModelFixed Release
2026.1Latest Version2026.04.03
IntermediateDifficultyIntermediate
March 24, 2026Release DateApril 3, 2026
ARM64x86_64
Architecture
ARM64x86_64
GNOMEKDE PlasmaXfce
Desktops
GNOMEKDE PlasmaXfce