6.4#12 of 45
Overview
Kali Linux is ranked #12 of 45 in operating systems on Specifiction. It runs on Linux, Windows, macOS, Android.
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Company
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- 2013kali.org · 28 Sept 2026
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6.9Where it ranks on Specifiction
- Best Operating Systems in 2026#12 of 45
- Best Penetration Testing Software in 2026#11 of 34
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Sources
- kali.org· checked 28 Sept 2026