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BackTrack is a Linux distribution based on Slackware, created for penetration testing purposes. It merges two existing distributions, Whax (formerlyWhoppix) and Auditor Linux, into a single powerful Live CD system.
BackTrack incorporates all the necessary tools used in security testing, like nmap, finger, traceroute, Metasploit and other software. The Live CD worked perfectly in my VirtualBox VM, but actual installation on a USB drive or a hard disk is a bit technical (Although anyone who seriously uses BackTrack can do this). BackTrack also has all the other usual software for web browsing, image manipulation, document editing, etc... BackTrack automatically comes with HTTP, SMTP, and other server software so there's no need for manually installing them. The major drawback to BackTrack is the lack of an updating mechanism.
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| BackTrack Penetration testing Tools |
I don't recommend this distribution to the average user. Only those who are extremely curious or expert computer users should find any use for this. You can download the distribution from here.
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