BackTrack R2
BackTrack R2 was released on March 1, 2012, as an updated version of BackTrack 5. It included the following improvements:
Kernel 3.2.6 with better hardware support
Updated tools and packages, such as Metasploit 4.2.0, Wireshark 1.6.5, Nmap 5.61TEST4, etc.
New tools and scripts, such as Arduino, Pyrit, Reaver, etc.
Bug fixes and performance enhancements
BackTrack R2 was available in two flavors: GNOME and KDE, and supported both 32-bit and 64-bit architectures. It could be run as a live DVD or USB, or installed on a hard drive or virtual machine.
BackTrack R3
BackTrack R3 was released on August 13, 2012, as the final version of BackTrack 5. It included the following improvements:
Kernel 3.2.6 with bug fixes and updates
Updated tools and packages, such as Metasploit 4.5.0, Aircrack-ng 1.1, etc.
New tools and scripts, such as Fern-Wifi-Cracker, PwnPi, etc.
New stealth mode that disables network interfaces and services
New forensics mode that prevents mounting of drives and swap
New ARM architecture support for devices such as Raspberry Pi, Samsung Chromebook, etc.
BackTrack R3 was available in two flavors: GNOME and KDE, and supported both 32-bit and 64-bit architectures. It could be run as a live DVD or USB, or installed on a hard drive or virtual machine.
Conclusion
BackTrack R2 and R3 were the last releases of the BackTrack Linux distribution, which was one of the most popular and widely used operating systems for security professionals and hackers. They offered a comprehensive collection of security tools and applications, as well as a customized desktop environment and boot options. They were also compatible with a wide range of hardware devices and platforms.
However, BackTrack was discontinued in 2014 and replaced by Kali Linux, which is based on Debian GNU/Linux and offers a more streamlined and updated platform for penetration testing and digital forensics. Kali Linux is the successor of BackTrack and continues its legacy.
If you want to learn more about BackTrack or Kali Linux, you can visit their official websites , or download their ISO images from Softpedia . You can also check out some tutorials and guides on how to use them for various hacking scenarios.
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