Ethical Hacking: Choosing Secure Passwords
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What is the main purpose of ethical hackers according to the text?

  • To hack into Linux systems for personal gain
  • To increase security measures in systems (correct)
  • To disrupt cyber security protocols
  • To exploit vulnerabilities in computer systems

    • What role do hackers play in relation to GNU/Linux systems as mentioned in the text?

  • They utilize Linux systems for ethical hacking purposes (correct)
  • They improve the security of Linux systems
  • They create vulnerabilities in Linux systems
  • They promote the use of Linux for personal privacy

    • How do hackers benefit from using Debian in their hacking activities based on the text?

  • Debian enhances privacy and security, making hacking more difficult
  • Debian offers a secure environment that prevents hacking attempts
  • Debian provides ethical hacking scripts and tools for free
  • Debian has exploitable vulnerabilities that make hacking easier (correct)

    • What is a key feature of Kali Linux system mentioned in the text?

    <p>Ability to encrypt all hard drives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Kali Linux facilitate penetration testing according to the text?

    <p>By providing a user-friendly interface for network scanning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes Parrot Security OS from other systems mentioned in the text?

    <p>It is developed by Offensive Security company</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does BackTrack Linux differ from Kali Linux based on the text?

    <p>BackTrack Linux is an outdated version of Kali Linux</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of Kali Linux?

    <p>Cybersecurity testing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which year was Kali Linux first established?

    <p>2006</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What major change occurred to Kali Linux from 2013 onwards?

    <p>It switched to a Debian base</p> Signup and view all the answers

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