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BackBox Linux vs Cherokee

A side-by-side look at BackBox Linux and Cherokee. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

BackBox Linux

BackBox Linux

Security & Privacy

BackBox Linux is a Debian-based distribution focused on penetration testing and ethical hacking. It comes preinstalled with many useful security and analysis tools. It aims to streamline complicated security tasks like network analysis, vulnerability assessment, and forensic investigations.

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Cherokee

Cherokee

Network & Admin

Cherokee is an open source, very fast, flexible and easy to configure web server. It supports the widespread technologies and protocols used nowadays: FastCGI, SCGI, PHP, HTTP/1.1, SSL/TLS, AJP13, WebSocket, IPv6, and others. It also features high availability, load balancing, powerful configuration system, and simple administration tools.

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