Exploring Kali Linux Alternatives: Set Up the Ultimate Beginner Arch Linux Hacking Distro with Manjaro & BlackArch

Exploring Kali Linux Alternatives: Set Up the Ultimate Beginner Arch Linux Hacking Distro with Manjaro & BlackArch

There's no doubt Kali has established itself as the most popular penetration distribution available. However, just because it's the fan favorite of beginners and security researchers doesn't make it right for everyone. Manjaro Linux is a beginner-friendly Arch-based distribution which can be easily weaponized with the Black Arch expansion, creating a friendlier first-time Arch experience.


The battle of the best penetration distribution is a conversation I've seen discussed in forums and IRC channels for several years. Hackers and pentesters will frequently debate which operating system is the most intuitive and easy to use, as well as which has the superior collection of curated hacking tools.


Beginners often are left wondering which hacking distro is right for them, asking themselves if choosing between ParrotSec and Kali are the best options to get started. Arch Linux is commonly thought of as a powerful distribution but not particularly beginner-friendly. Let's explore an easier way for novices to get started hacking on an Arch-based system with Manjaro Linux.




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What Is Manjaro?


Manjaro is an easy-to-use, beginner-friendly Linux distribution based on Arch Linux, a cutting-edge, lightweight distribution with a "keep it simple" philosophy. Setting up Arch can be intimidating as it requires a deeper understanding of building Linux systems than other distributions, but Manjaro takes the hassle and complexity out ..

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