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Home > Linux > Kali Linux 2021.1 is out!

Kali Linux 2021.1 is out!

The Kali team announced the release of Kali Linux 2021.1. The latest version is now available for download or updating.


Seda Nur Cinar Seda Nur Cinar
February 26, 2021
1 min read
Kali Linux 2021.1 is out!

Kali Linux is a Debian-based distribution with a collection of security and forensics tools. The Kali team announced the release of Kali Linux 2021.1. This edition brings enhancements to existing features.

Table of Contents

  • Xfce & KDE Updates
  • Terminals tweaks
  • FAQ
    • What is the latest Kali Linux version?
    • Is Kali Linux free?
    • Is Kali Linux illegal?
    • Is Kali Linux free?
    • What is Kali Linux based on?
    • What is Kali Linux used for?
    • Is Kali Linux easy to learn?
    • Is BackTrack and Kali Linux the same?
    • Is there a Kali Linux alternative?
    • What is the default username and password for Kali Linux 2023?
    • Can I install Kali Linux on Windows?
    • What desktop environment does Kali Linux use?
    • How many GB is Kali Linux?
    • Can Kali Linux be installed on a virtual machine?

Xfce & KDE Updates

By default, Kali uses Xfce, but during the setup process, allows for GNOME, KDE, or no GUI to be selected. According to the announcement, after the setup is complete, users can install even more.

kali-linux-2021.1

Terminals tweaks

With the options of desktop environments, the Kali team has been working away on various terminals (xfce4-terminal, tmux, tilix, konsole, qterminal, and mate-terminal) to “Kali-fy” them. Here are the changes:
• KDE 5.20
• Xfce 4.16

  • Also you can see Kali Linux 2021.1 release notes.

FAQ

What is the latest Kali Linux version?

The latest Kali Linux version is Kali Linux 2023.1 and it was released on 13 March 2023.

Is Kali Linux free?

Yes, Kali Linux is completely free to use.

Is Kali Linux illegal?

Using Kali Linux is not illegal. It is mostly used by ethical hackers for penetration tests to harden an organization’s security. Utilizing Kali Linux tools with malicious intentions is illegal.

Is Kali Linux free?

Yes, Kali Linux is completely free to use.

What is Kali Linux based on?

Kali Linux is based on Debian.

What is Kali Linux used for?

Kali Linux is used for performing penetration tests and it comes with several tools. Hackers also use the distribution to utilize its tools for malicious actions.

Is Kali Linux easy to learn?

Kali Linux is a normal Linux distribution, so it is not hard to learn for an average Linux user. However, learning to use the hacking tools requires expertise.

Is BackTrack and Kali Linux the same?

BackTrack and Kali Linux is the same distribution. The name of the distribution was changed in 2013.

Is there a Kali Linux alternative?

Parrot OS can be used as an alternative for Kali Linux.

What is the default username and password for Kali Linux 2023?

The default username and password for Kali Linux 2023 is “kali/kali“.

Can I install Kali Linux on Windows?

You can install Kali Linux from Microsoft Store on Windows 10 after enabling Windows Subsystem for Linux. It is also possible to install Kali Linux on Windows by third-party virtual machine software such as VMWare and Virtual Box.

What desktop environment does Kali Linux use?

Kali Linux uses the XFCE desktop environment as default. Users can change to GNOME Shel or KDE Plasma during installation.

How many GB is Kali Linux?

Kali Linux has several images with varying sizes between 2.3 GB and 9.4 GB as offline installers.

Can Kali Linux be installed on a virtual machine?

Yes, Kali Linux can be installed on a virtual machine. A virtual machine (VM) allows you to run an operating system within another operating system. This means that you can install Kali Linux on a virtual machine and run it on top of your current operating system, without the need to replace it or partition your hard drive.
To install Kali Linux on VMWare, you can refer to our article: How to install a Linux Distro on VMware Workstation

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Seda Nur Cinar is the news editor of the Cloud7 News. With more than 8 years of Linux and cloud experience, Seda is a Linux and opensource enthusiast, security researcher and a web application developer.

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