Uploaded December 2019 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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What operating system do hackers use for ethical hacking or pentesting? Windows, Linux, and macOS are all tools, and the best choice depends on the work you want to do and what you already have.

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00:00 - Windows, Linux, or macOS for hacking?
00:21 - Operating systems are tools, not identities
01:08 - Matching the operating system to the security work
03:23 - Getting started with the hardware you have
06:07 - Why I do not recommend starting with Kali Linux
07:16 - Why I use a Mac despite its problems
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