This review is broken down into: , Mirror Quality , File Integrity Checks , Version Choice , and Common Pitfalls .

: Always check the SHA256 sum provided on the download page against your downloaded file. This confirms the file wasn't corrupted or tampered with.

Kali Linux contains hacking tools (password crackers, exploit frameworks, rootkits) that antivirus software identifies as "potentially unwanted applications" (PUAs) or "hack tools." These are false positives. However, ensure you downloaded from the official source before disabling your AV.

: Designed for a permanent "bare metal" installation on a hard drive.