Top 5 Best Operating System (OS) For Hacking.

Hacker Choice Top 5 Operating System (OS) : 

Unlock the Power of Ethical Hacking. 

A software that manages a computer's hardware and software 

resources and provides common services for computer programs is 

called an operating system. It acts as an intermediary between users 

and the computer hardware, making it possible to run applications 

and perform tasks. Some Most Popular Operating System is

 

1. Microsoft Windows.

2.  Android 

3. Apple MacOS

4. Linux 

5. Apple iOS

But now in this blog I talking about the Top 5 Operating System 

(OS) for Hacking. They are......

1. Kali Linux

2. Parrot OS

3. Black Arch Linux

4. Fedora Security Lab

5. BackBox

1. Kali Linux :-  Kali Linux is one of the most popular 

 Debian-based operating systems. This system is especially designed 

  for penetration testing, ethical hacking and security research. It is 

  the first choice operating system (OS) of hackers. It has a large and 

  active community, and it's commonly featured in cybersecurity 

  courses and certifications.

Key Features :- 

1. It's Open Source and Free

  

  Kali Linux is Fully free to use and download.   It's Source Code is 

  open, Anyone can   edit/change for themselves.

2. It has large Community Supports and Regular 

Update.

  Kali Linux has a active community that contributes to it's 

  development and support. Regularly updated to include the latest    

  tools and security patches.

3. It has many pre-installed tools 

  

  Kali Linux has more than 600 pre-installed tools for vulnerability   

  analysis, penetration testing, network scanning, digital forensics,   

  and more. Example:-

                                     1. Namp

                                     2. Burp Suite

                                     3. John The Ripper

                                     4. Metasploit

                                    5. Wireshark

There Are More and More Features....

2. Parrot OS :- Parrot OS also a Debian-based operating 

  systems of Linux distribution. This system is especially designed 

  for security, privacy, and development purposes.

Key Features :- 

1. Anonymity and Privacy 

  The OS includes features desired at enhancing user privacy, such 

  as anonymous web browsing (TOR and Anonsurf), encrypted 

  communications and secure file management. 

 

2. It has performance optimized and lightweight 

features.

  It is designed to be lightweight, requiring fewer system resources 

  likened to other security-focused distributions like Kali Linux. This 

  makes it fit for a wider range of devices, including older hardware. 

 

3. It has Development Environment

  It gives us  a robust environment for developers with support for 

  various programming languages, IDEs, and frameworks. This 

  makes "Parrot OS" not just a security OS, but also a multipurpose 

  development platform.

 

3. Black Arch Linux :- Black Arch Linux is an Arch

  Linux-based distribution system. It offers a huge collection of 

  security-related tools. It is highly customizable and suitable for 

  advanced users who prefer a lightweight and minimum  

  environment.

 

 

Key Features :- 

1. Large Tool Repository 

  Black Arch Linux has "over 2,900 pre-installed" security tools, 

  covering various categories like forensics, penetration testing, 

  malware analysis, and more. This makes Black Arch Linux one of 

  the largest collections of hacking tools available in a single 

  distribution.

 

2. Live Environment 

  Black Arch Linux giving a live ISO. Which allows users to boot 

  and use the system without installation. This makes it opportune 

  for testing and deployment on the go.

 

3. Comprehensive Documentation 

  It has detailed documentation and guides to help users set up and 

  use the tools effectively. That is crucial given the huge number of 

  tools available.

 

4. Fedora Security Lab :- Fedora Security Lab is a          

  specialized spin of the Fedora operating system fit for security 

  testing, forensics, and educational purposes. It is designed for 

  security professionals, researchers and ethical hackers who need a 

  reliable and multipurpose platform for security auditing and testing.

 

Key Features :-

1. User-Friendly Environment

  Fedora Security Lab offers a user-friendly desktop environment 

  with Xfce, which is lightweight and easy to navigate. It makes it 

  accessible even for those who are new to security testing.

 

2. Live Environment 

  The distribution can be run as a live environment directly from a 

  USB stick or DVD without installation. That allowing the users to 

  perform security tasks on the go without modifying their system.

 

3. Educational Focus

  It is designed with education in mind, making it a valuable 

  resource for students and instructors in cybersecurity courses. It 

  provides resources and tools that are useful for learning and 

  teaching security concepts.

 

5. BackBox :- BackBox is an Ubuntu-based Linux distribution 

  especially designed for penetration testing, security assessment, 

  and forensic analysis. It is maked for ethical hackers and security 

  professionals who need a reliable and user-friendly platform for 

  testing the security of systems, applications, and networks.

 

Key Features :-

1. Ubuntu Based system

  BackBox maked based on Ubuntu. BackBox benefits from 

  Ubuntu’s user-friendliness, stability, and it's community support. 

  This makes it easier to use compared to some other security-

  focused distributions.

 

2. Live Boot Option

  Backbox allows a user to run directly from a USB stick or DVD 

  without having to install it on their hard drive.This allows users to 

  test on different machines without affecting the host system.

 

3. Large Range of Security Tools

  Backbox offers various tools for different tasks such as penetration 

  testing, vulnerability assessment, web application analysis, 

  network analysis, exploitation and more.

 

FAQ

1. What is Operating System (OS)?  

Ans:- A software that manages a computer's hardware and 

  software resources and provides common services for computer 

  programs is called an operating system.

2. Why We Use It?

Ans:- It acts as an intermediary between users and the computer 

  hardware, making it possible to run applications and perform tasks.

 

3. What is Kali Linux ?

Ans:- Kali Linux is one of the most popular Debian-based 

  operating systems. This system is especially designed for

 

  penetration testing, ethical hacking and security research.

 

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