We have at our disposal many different Linux distributions. Some, as we know, are oriented to computer security and are also used to perform tests. Today we echo the launch of Kali Linux 2020.1 . It is one of the most recognized distributions and offers a wide range of possibilities. We will review the main novelties that this new version incorporates that we already have available for download.
Main news of Kali Linux 2020.1
One of the main changes that Kali Linux 2020.1 brings is how it manages root users . Until now, by default we used the root or super user account. This was useful, since in this way we did not have to constantly enter the password to make changes. However, it was also criticized by users.
With the new version the default account will be a standard user instead of root. The fact of not being root by default is an important change that breaks with what we saw in recent years.
It should also be mentioned that the distribution download image has changed. They have restructured and made it simpler for users. This will provide greater ease when choosing which one we have to download, as well as having more flexibility during installation. We can choose between installation image, Live CD or network installation image (it occupies less and requires connection to install). Now it does not offer separate images for each desktop environment.
NetHunter images
There have also been changes regarding Kali NetHunter , the version for testing mobile devices. Now it comes in three different editions that we can use. It is no longer required that our device be root.
The first version is NetHunter. In this case it is required to have a rooted device. Another version is NetHunter Light, which also needs rooted devices but in this case there is no custom kernel and has certain restrictions such as not having Wi-Fi injection.
Finally, the third option is NetHunter Rootless . In this case we do not need to have a rooted device to use it. However, it has some limitations.
As for the Kali Linux issue there are news. Now we can use dark theme too. This is something that many users demanded. They have also improved Kali Undercover mode, which allows us to have a Windows appearance quickly.
Logically, it has also included a series of new tools that we can use in its new version. With each new edition, some errors are patched to make this operating system safer and its performance better.
In short, these are the main novelties that Kali Linux 2020.1 brings:
- No root by default
- A single installation image
- Kali NetHunter without root
- Theme improvements and Undercover
- New tools
We leave the link to go to the download page . There we will find the different options that we have at our disposal. We can choose the one that best suits our equipment, such as choosing between the 32 or 64-bit version.
