Best Hacking Laptop 2023

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    OTW and I get asked this question all the time: "What's the best laptop to buy for hacking?" In this video we answer that question and more.
    // Menu //
    00:00 - Coming up
    00:32 - Intro
    00:38 - Sponsored Segment
    01:41 - "The perfect laptop for hacking"
    04:50 - Getting the right CPU
    06:52 - The importance of RAM
    07:49 - WiFi adapters for WiFi hacking
    09:45 - "Gear doesn't matter"
    12:57 - Virtual Machines for beginners
    15:40 - What OS do I need?
    16:23 - VM issues with M1 & M2 chips
    19:27 - Kali bare-metal and Kali VM
    22:10 - Which Linux is better?
    23:30 - Dragon OS // New OS for SDR
    24:19 - Know your Linux!
    25:26 - Don't waste money on the greatest and latest tech
    26:34 - Desktop vs Laptop
    27:51 - Learn hacking on a phone
    29:48 - The Raspberry Pi // Effective learning environment
    32:23 - Linux can work on old computers
    33:01 - Conclusion
    // Videos mentioned //
    Best hacking laptop (2021 edition) with Neal Bridges: • Best hacking laptop an...
    SDR hacking: • Warning! This is how c...
    Kali Linux install on Raspberry Pi: • Hack WiFi with a Raspb...
    Kali Linux install on Android (rootless): • Kali Linux NetHunter A...
    Kali Linux USB boot: • Kali Linux bootable US...
    Kali Linux WSL install: • Kali Linux Windows 11 ...
    Kali Linux WSL2 GUI Apps: • Windows 11 Linux WSL2 ...
    Kali Linux Windows install: • Kali Linux 2021.2 zero...
    Kali Linux macOS: • Kali Linux install: Ap...
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  • @davidbombal
    @davidbombal  Před rokem +174

    OTW and I get asked this question all the time: "What's the best laptop to buy for hacking?" In this video we answer that question and more.
    // Menu //
    00:00 - Coming up
    00:32 - Intro
    00:38 - Sponsored Segment
    01:41 - "The perfect laptop for hacking"
    04:50 - Getting the right CPU
    06:52 - The importance of RAM
    07:49 - WiFi adapters for WiFi hacking
    09:45 - "Gear doesn't matter"
    12:57 - Virtual Machines for beginners
    15:40 - What OS do I need?
    16:23 - VM issues with M1 & M2 chips
    19:27 - Kali bare-metal and Kali VM
    22:10 - Which Linux is better?
    23:30 - Dragon OS // New OS for SDR
    24:19 - Know your Linux!
    25:26 - Don't waste money on the greatest and latest tech
    26:34 - Desktop vs Laptop
    27:51 - Learn hacking on a phone
    29:48 - The Raspberry Pi // Effective learning environment
    32:23 - Linux can work on old computers
    33:01 - Conclusion
    // Videos mentioned //
    Best hacking laptop (2021 edition) with Neal Bridges: czcams.com/video/jsMp65-piIc/video.html
    Kali Linux install on Raspberry Pi: czcams.com/video/PqRVo2niA_8/video.html
    Kali Linux install on Android (rootless): czcams.com/video/KxOGyuGq0Ts/video.html
    Kali Linux USB boot: czcams.com/video/n2olKupv9fY/video.html
    Kali Linux WSL install: czcams.com/video/UXyS-xofGNM/video.html
    Kali Linux WSL2 GUI Apps: czcams.com/video/mp5DdgZP7ns/video.html
    Kali Linux Windows install: czcams.com/video/W6_nBr8SbPE/video.html
    Kali Linux macOS: czcams.com/video/fcrSmbUIHuo/video.html
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    Getting Started Becoming a Master Hacker: amzn.to/3qCQbvh
    // Other books //
    The Linux Command Line: amzn.to/3ihGP3j
    How Linux Works: amzn.to/3qeCHoY
    The Car Hacker’s Handbook by Craig Smith: amzn.to/3pBESSM
    Hacking Connected Cars by Alissa Knight: amzn.to/3dDUZN8
    Please note that links listed may be affiliate links and provide me with a small percentage/kickback should you use them to purchase any of the items listed or recommended. Thank you for supporting me and this channel!

    • @ProCook703
      @ProCook703 Před rokem +1

      so glad you brought up apples hew chips. they do not support vm’s because windows needs a intel chip to run

    • @tylerisenhower0
      @tylerisenhower0 Před rokem +1

      I need some help from someone with experience nd can teach well

    • @tylerisenhower0
      @tylerisenhower0 Před rokem +1

      Plz

    • @tylerisenhower0
      @tylerisenhower0 Před rokem +1

      Ik basics and some python but need more help now

    • @JuliusQMolonJr
      @JuliusQMolonJr Před rokem +1

      I want to learn more, how can I start

  • @thesafer9274
    @thesafer9274 Před rokem +668

    "Too ashamed to ask, too scared to ask or too embarrassed to ask or whatever", David you are a legend you are both legends, thank you both for everything you do!

    • @AnonymousQwerty
      @AnonymousQwerty Před rokem +17

      Agreed!!!

    • @davidbombal
      @davidbombal  Před rokem +75

      Thank you. This is my job - ask the questions no else does 😀

    • @sockraltiltemper5402
      @sockraltiltemper5402 Před rokem +7

      @@davidbombal ok does that apply to all of us? Can I have 5 minutes of your time at some point to ask for some advice? My situation is quite unique and I have no doubt you'll be able to get quite a video out of it because I know I'm not the only one in said situation but given it's nature many are afraid of reaching out for advice on the subject.

    • @johnspence5101
      @johnspence5101 Před rokem +3

      Yes I agree, with this comment! Freaking Legend and amazing teacher!!! Thank you for all of the videos/ information. I haven't started yet but only because I'm not ready to yet. I downloaded a hacking app that teaches hacking that I have yet to try (ETHICAL HACKING UNIVERSITY).
      Again thank you for all of your time and information! I will be sure to watch all the way through for you to get the watch time on your videos,
      I also appreciate the Mr.Robot references, I haven't watched it yet only because I'm super busy lately and just getting back into the desire to learn this important skill!
      Thanks again and I will be sure to help you any way I can!

    • @beautifullybrilliant7542
      @beautifullybrilliant7542 Před rokem +1

      Yes you both absolutely are legends. However the reason why I love you both so much is the fact that your humble you're both very humble Legends Connor and that is the most important point of them all I do need help with something if you could just even direct me towards any methods videos you made or any tools Weatherby Windows Linux even Mac I don't have a Mac but I guess I could borrow one but preferably windows or Linux to crack the screen bypass the screen lock on an iPad 7 is the most imperative one right now. I've searched and I would rather learn how to do it properly rather than screw around with things like 10 of shareware they charge unit exorbitant amount of money for something I'm sure I can do it myself. And just FYI I'm still learning hacking cracking all that but I do know some osint tools as well as some other ones and I may not be anywhere near an advanced level hacker but I'm nowhere near I knew be; put it this I'd be

  • @lennyaltamura2009
    @lennyaltamura2009 Před rokem +28

    Hi David, Thank you for getting such knowledgeable guests. I took some of your courses for obvious reasons. I enjoy your teaching methods, straight and to the point. Thanks again!

  • @nolancollet3458
    @nolancollet3458 Před rokem +7

    i like how these interviews always digg a little into some issues, but then find back to the main theme very cleanly. Keeps things interesting.

  • @-_-Girthbrooks-_-
    @-_-Girthbrooks-_- Před rokem +49

    I love these interviews with OTW they’re just so different from the other interviews.

  • @stro3277
    @stro3277 Před 5 měsíci +12

    Bought a T560 for $200 and been using it for 2 years. My daily driver with my own custom tools. Thanks for the informative video. Looking for my dream laptop to be honest. Main reason why I clicked on your video. Stay safe.

  • @imasnipeu2532
    @imasnipeu2532 Před 5 měsíci +57

    everyone knows its the 10 year old think pad

    • @sealpup3775
      @sealpup3775 Před měsícem +2

      The cheaper it is the easier it is to dispose of

    • @DemureTrack
      @DemureTrack Před 24 dny

      I’m tryin to buy one rn. I wanna upgrade one to 16gb of ram, quad core, and have the ability to run virtual machines. I don’t think the vms are possible tho which is fine since I have a home server but that can be unreliable long distance

  • @faroukbellemou1204
    @faroukbellemou1204 Před rokem +32

    "80% the hacker and 20% the machine" those words might have been the most influential words in hacking

  • @samsepiol4445
    @samsepiol4445 Před rokem +12

    Great video as always David I’ve learnt so much from this channel and the different guest you bring on the channel

  • @AbdulAhmed-gx2rh
    @AbdulAhmed-gx2rh Před rokem +2

    That was really awesome content. Thanks David and OTW!

  • @mustaqeemhumayoun6933
    @mustaqeemhumayoun6933 Před rokem +2

    Love it, great encouragement for the beginners, well done David.

  • @jbserious
    @jbserious Před 11 měsíci +2

    Just here to thank you two for all of the advice and guidance 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

  • @jorgitogaitan
    @jorgitogaitan Před rokem +1

    I’ve listen to John Hammond so much that I can totally hear his syntax on the “dark hacker” voice. Awesome video!

  • @mrusli7673
    @mrusli7673 Před rokem +10

    Hi David, i'm glad you highlight the main issues with apple m1 silicon macs with vms but you said it right.Yeah UTM too. That is what i've been wondering all along the transitioning to apple silicon macs will be a big problems with pentesters if they are dealing with pentestings with corporation companies. I did use raspberry pi 4 too. As usual there are some tools which can't run but to the get understanding concept running with linux. It seems like pc will be the right approach. Even though Kevin Mitnick uses intel macs.

  • @scottym50
    @scottym50 Před rokem +3

    Fantastic video as usual.
    Thank you and your host, David.
    I always learn something from everyone of your great videos.

  • @AnonymousQwerty
    @AnonymousQwerty Před rokem +2

    You’re the best David. Love you and OTW. Never stop making content!!

  • @ULSTRONAS
    @ULSTRONAS Před rokem +1

    Thanks for creating this video because I needed this so much ❤️

  • @scottmeinel7782
    @scottmeinel7782 Před rokem +10

    I bought a Razer basic 2021 model last year for both gaming and teaching myself programming. Main reason I'm commenting is I bought the book "Linux basics for hackers" last summer. Great videos, keep up the good work!

    • @matriciabb8
      @matriciabb8 Před 3 měsíci +1

      What about the book. Is it useful?

    • @anaghkhandelwal1141
      @anaghkhandelwal1141 Před 3 měsíci

      Can I use a macbook for hardcore hacking and cybersecurity?

    • @artiomvarvarenko
      @artiomvarvarenko Před 2 měsíci

      @@anaghkhandelwal1141xD, bro was not watching the video

  • @abdulazizkabbia7698
    @abdulazizkabbia7698 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Wow Dav. You really asked all the questions in my head❤🎉.
    Thank you

  • @adesholafagbemi9420
    @adesholafagbemi9420 Před rokem +2

    Also thanks for the content, please keep making more, I'll continue to tell my friends about this channel

  • @jasonpitts8395
    @jasonpitts8395 Před rokem +6

    Another great video David. You have the best content hands down.

  • @amaanmahtani
    @amaanmahtani Před rokem +12

    Virtual Box recently announced that they're bringing Apple Silicon Mac support in the latest version. This was announced one week after this video was uploaded. Thank you David!

    • @snipercristo
      @snipercristo Před rokem

      never knew about this UTM worked not bad though in kali

  • @mkledits3679
    @mkledits3679 Před rokem +1

    David you are one of the best interviewers I've seen! Thank you so much for this video and your channel in general!

  • @saeedrakiep8271
    @saeedrakiep8271 Před rokem +1

    I really learn so much in this video for a beginner. I really feel so inspired by it thank you.

  • @guccifer_3.0
    @guccifer_3.0 Před rokem +9

    I have an old T440p Thinkpad, swapped a couple of things to make it better and still works like a dream.

  • @MrCoSrenegade
    @MrCoSrenegade Před rokem +4

    Just got Proton with email included and Drive. Love it :)

  • @kevincage1641
    @kevincage1641 Před rokem

    Thank you sooooo much for the Virtual Machine tip!

  • @Dani-cr7cj
    @Dani-cr7cj Před rokem +2

    Dear David/OTW, thank you for the amazing content. I would like to see something about firewalls/IDS/IPS systems. You would rarely see such content. Thank you again for sharing knowledge.

  • @everytoolashammer9427
    @everytoolashammer9427 Před rokem +9

    I prefer the dell rugged systems. They can be had pretty cheap second hand from various educational or industrial sales. You can configure them with different cards. I have 2 wifi cards and a 4GLTE. The hard drives are in removable caddy for swapping. The batteries are hot swap. They have good port options like serial ports and multiple Ethernet jacks. They are more durable ect. They have great bios feature, for instance function keys for immediately turning off the antennas with one press and ghost modes.

  • @sinos_karan9515
    @sinos_karan9515 Před rokem +4

    hello David sir! thank both of you, it was a great mind-opening lesson, I have got one thing from this lesson "in hacking 80% is human, 20% is a machine" ❤💯

  • @dukewilson1970
    @dukewilson1970 Před rokem +2

    I always feel relaxed when I hear his voice. @OTW
    Thanks David Bombal.

  • @gergemall
    @gergemall Před 5 měsíci

    Thx David . Learning tons more.

  • @Learner676
    @Learner676 Před rokem +4

    Thanks David sir,
    I am watching reviews of laptops to buy one
    And here your video is here to help...

    • @davidbombal
      @davidbombal  Před rokem

      I hope this helps you. OTW tells us what we need :)

  • @IRFAN39175
    @IRFAN39175 Před rokem +8

    Since you mentioned bare-metal vs. VMs, what is your opinion on bootable USB drives? Great video as always!

    • @TheTripleDeuce
      @TheTripleDeuce Před rokem +5

      Treat them as "portable", don't rely on them for every day

  • @Stephensnipes-jm9zb
    @Stephensnipes-jm9zb Před 3 měsíci +1

    Thank you for the clarification

  • @CarlBehrent
    @CarlBehrent Před rokem +2

    Depends on the virtual machine product and running a Kali inside, can be a mission with passing USB devices into the VM.

  • @mwesigyenicholas7394
    @mwesigyenicholas7394 Před rokem +17

    David am a medical doctor from Uganda 🇺🇬 I loved tech but I didn't have a chance up to now when I was introduced to alx software engineering bootcamp.
    My goal is to be a senior cyber security analyst. I found one of your videos but up to now am following your series and note down some small notes 📝.
    Am gaining alot and getting a guide of what the field of cyber security is.
    Thanks a lot David 🙏

    • @brothernuwa9648
      @brothernuwa9648 Před rokem +2

      Hey bro, am a Ugandan too living in Qatar can we get in touch so we can share some knowledge

    • @ianalpha1917
      @ianalpha1917 Před rokem +2

      Hey, i also joined the same bootcamp, finishing my fourth month now

    • @DeeJaySunrise256
      @DeeJaySunrise256 Před 5 měsíci +1

      Two Ugandans here😂😂

  • @tractorman7733
    @tractorman7733 Před rokem +19

    I like what he is saying about the computer requirements. I get asked the question "what is a good computer" and I always ask "What will you be doing with it" or some variant of that as it really comes down to the use case... you could spend thousands on high end hardware and still have a poor experience because you bought the wrong hardware for the job.

  • @UberGeek
    @UberGeek Před rokem

    I've had a NAS for decades for backup, etc. I have upgraded it to 10th gen Intel, increased the RAM to 16GB, installed Debien and use VMware for my VM test environment. It helps that I use VNC so my main PC can access the Debien system to manage and use my VMs.

  • @vladislavkaras491
    @vladislavkaras491 Před 9 měsíci

    Great info!
    Thanks for the video!

  • @fynngachter7758
    @fynngachter7758 Před rokem +49

    I can’t tell you guys how much i enjoy this series. I‘m now 1 year into my apprenticeship as an IT support and infrastructure specialist and i‘m so into cybersecurity. But unfortunately even tho there are actually a lot of videos and articles on how to start or learn, having someone who i can be pretty sure is a reliable source and also always having things explained easy and up to date.
    I really love this keep on doing it and maybe well see each other at sum hackathon :) ❤

  • @thesolution5236
    @thesolution5236 Před rokem +4

    Thank you for your hard work ❤

  • @srsr6099
    @srsr6099 Před rokem +5

    Wow, great narrative.
    Nobody emphasizes about using one's brains (80%) more than just the machine

    • @davidbombal
      @davidbombal  Před rokem +1

      Thank you. Agreed. The person is much more important than the computer.

  • @rickmens6110
    @rickmens6110 Před rokem

    nice video thanks David and OTW

  • @grahambalderstone2308
    @grahambalderstone2308 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Great real-world advice. If anything I think older/slower gear makes you better and more adaptable!

  • @seanmui8772
    @seanmui8772 Před rokem +36

    Disk I/O is also worth mentioning.. slow HDD can give headaches.
    Maybe laptops with SSDs help alot.

    • @CTimmerman
      @CTimmerman Před 9 měsíci

      @@silentwater79 My gaming laptop has a 1 TB HDD for my massive Steam library, and a 256 GB SSD for Windows.

    • @CTimmerman
      @CTimmerman Před 9 měsíci

      @@silentwater79 I have one but never got around to cloning my HDD to it. I've uninstalled 30 GB of Quake Champions as it didn't have enough space to update anyway.

    • @seanmui8772
      @seanmui8772 Před 9 měsíci

      ​@@silentwater79 Hint: Ask Google.

    • @thewhitefalcon8539
      @thewhitefalcon8539 Před 8 měsíci

      That was every laptop when I last went to buy a laptop, and that was 6 years ago. I did choose one with an extra HDD though.

    • @Animalis_Mundana
      @Animalis_Mundana Před 5 měsíci

      ​​@@thewhitefalcon8539my msi dominator gt70 2pc is still running strong! Getting ready to add 8gb of RAM to make it 16. Works very well. Trying to get that MSI raider with 32 RAM. Very nice comp
      Also picking up 1tb sdd to put Kali on..

  • @duscraftphoto
    @duscraftphoto Před rokem +46

    Great segment!
    A big thing you need for running multiple VMs is disk space… get a big HDD or SSD to make sure you have enough space for the VM partitions.
    HomeBrew your intel based Mac and you’re set up for a lot of stuff. Definitely not everything that runs on Linux, but it helps ha ha.
    Keep up the amazing work!!!

    • @davidbombal
      @davidbombal  Před rokem +7

      Great tips Dustin! Thank you for always sharing and watching my videos :)

    • @seriouscat2231
      @seriouscat2231 Před rokem +1

      What's the story on Homebrew vs. Macports? And what is the future?

    • @robotron1236
      @robotron1236 Před 7 měsíci +1

      I have a dell optiplex 790mt with 32gb of ram 3ssd’s and a HDD. I also have a Chromebook and a dell inspirion from 2010 or 2011, that I threw an SSD and 16gb of ddr3 ram into. That dell straight up cost me $50 all in and my desktop (primarily for gaming) was like $500 all in. Old PC’s are WAY more capable than people realize.

    • @robotron1236
      @robotron1236 Před 7 měsíci

      I’m also building a monster from an old XEON and a X99 board. That will be my “hacking” desktop. I’ll even throw my old rx550 gpu in there to use both of my tvs as monitors.

  • @nickl8830
    @nickl8830 Před rokem

    Thanks Cody good stuff and great explanation

  • @eaglekh8664
    @eaglekh8664 Před rokem

    that was exactly what I needed , thank you so much

  • @kelsier.luthadel
    @kelsier.luthadel Před rokem +88

    I have an old HP ZBook (i7, 32 GB RAM) that is my go-to laptop for penetration testing and vulnerability analysis, even though it is a heavy old brick it is ideal for throwing in to a rucksack. The best thing about using an older style laptop over one that is "state of the art" is that is has enough USB inputs to attack WiFi dongles, external keyboards, mice etc. My best advice is if you are going mobile, buy one that you don't mind if it gets knocked or bumped.

    • @sajeed433
      @sajeed433 Před rokem +3

      i have old intel pentium dual core processor and 4gb ddr2 Ram. Some how i managed to learn pentesting. And i found some p4 bugs too..

    • @brianwood2666
      @brianwood2666 Před rokem

      Can i use a Chromebook....

    • @sajeed433
      @sajeed433 Před rokem

      @@brianwood2666 u can use AWS eor any other services

    • @kelvinamita9186
      @kelvinamita9186 Před 9 měsíci +3

      HP ZBook (i7, 32 GB RAM) is an OLD BRICK???

  • @mwangiwashiru
    @mwangiwashiru Před rokem +3

    Much love from Kenya my Brother. Very educative and informative

  • @HackTheHackers
    @HackTheHackers Před rokem +2

    i love your content, keep it up david :)

  • @kapzvara5732
    @kapzvara5732 Před rokem

    Thanks for this video guys was setting a budget aside for a gamming laptop but now scrapping it. Just a good laptop with some good ram. This really helped thank you

  • @phenix7344
    @phenix7344 Před rokem +3

    I use a t480 bought for 320 euro in germany plus 32 gb ram ddr4 2400 mhz for 40 euro on a local deal t480s are the first lineup where even the lowest i5 is a quadcore and the laptop is the last one to support this power bridge thingy its also quite slim too, i love it.

  • @upup5133
    @upup5133 Před rokem +17

    Great stuff as always!
    I know that more RAM = more virtual machines, but what CPU is the best when it comes to virtualization?

  • @denkozlov4220
    @denkozlov4220 Před rokem

    thanks for the quality content it's nice to watch, really

  • @TadakMarging
    @TadakMarging Před 11 měsíci

    Wow so much detail love the quality ❤

  • @aliahmadmalik9
    @aliahmadmalik9 Před rokem +3

    I think, in order to run more VM's on your machine smoothly, apart from Ram, you do need a good CPU with higher number of cores/threads to assign to each vm. If you really want a mac, i think get one with an intel cpu.

  • @NeedChocyMilk
    @NeedChocyMilk Před 7 měsíci +5

    I use a Lenovo ThinkPad T480 in my home lab as all the the components are compatible with nearly all linux distros and its an incredibly versatile laptop

    • @hipaizen4347
      @hipaizen4347 Před 4 měsíci

      Same. ThinkPad is probably the top choice for burner laptop. Mine is more than 10yo. Still bomb. Most people use Lenovo for that too

  • @TheBlueTeamer
    @TheBlueTeamer Před rokem

    Amazing video! Thanks for the content.

  • @letsgetteched
    @letsgetteched Před rokem +2

    This helped. As someone planning to take{pass} the Sec + exam in Jan, I'm going to be doing quite a few labs. I'll get one with 8gb ram to be covered with all the lab stuff.

  • @si8963
    @si8963 Před rokem +15

    I took a Macbook from the company. I installed Kali OS instead of mOS. It works perfectly because I used the excellent hardware from the MacBook. In a word, everything flies. 😀🛸🛫

    • @Meritumas
      @Meritumas Před 4 měsíci +1

      which mac did you use?

  • @sumsingangle
    @sumsingangle Před rokem +3

    Personally I prefer dual boot option instead of using virtual machine.. Due to more compatibility with my hardwares... Anyway its depend on person...
    Thanks for the video..

  • @ishan9050
    @ishan9050 Před rokem +1

    Exceptional content as always. 👍

  • @hendrasetiawan7220
    @hendrasetiawan7220 Před rokem

    oh my gosh! this is what the answer I find for along time! thank you!!!!

  • @sidalexis
    @sidalexis Před rokem +10

    Fantastic content with OTW as always :)

  • @georgwrede7715
    @georgwrede7715 Před rokem +21

    I've used Linux on my phones for years with Termux. Year by year I find it more useful and an essential part of everything I do with laptops, desktops or servers. Especially on the road.
    For hacking, having Termux or Kali on the phone is "invisible". You can go anywhere and just sit down and tap away, and everyone is just like "dude, he's gotta have a lot of followers!" :-D

    • @mwesigyenicholas7394
      @mwesigyenicholas7394 Před rokem +1

      I downloaded termux but every time I try installing something in there it says repository under maintenance.
      What can I do

    • @fwmyalt2873
      @fwmyalt2873 Před rokem +1

      Can you download on iOS appstore

    • @2xstreams
      @2xstreams Před rokem

      @@fwmyalt2873 termux is only for abdroid but ISH is on the appstore

  • @ondrejmalik4901
    @ondrejmalik4901 Před rokem +1

    My setup as Mac lover and Pentester - I own a Mac Pro M2 and I am running Kali on VMware Fusion. But I use this only for training, CTFs, etc. So for day-to-day work I have a decent laptop with macOS, that I can use for various casual tasks, that requires multiple steps to set up on Linux. For real pentest purposes I always use bare Kali on a 5 year old laptop with Intel, and it works like charm.

  • @bobwong8268
    @bobwong8268 Před rokem +1

    👍👍👍👍👍Great contents!
    Linux H/w compatibility with the tools intended to use is also important aspect. Glad that these need not be expensive to start😊.
    Once again, thank you both!

  • @mattsms8125
    @mattsms8125 Před rokem +24

    Hey David. I have an M1 macbook pro with 32gb ram. I have had no issues learning hacking on it. No issues running windows or linux and playing around in the Parallels environment. Virtual Box just released their arm addition for M1 Macs. Sure I am not advanced at all, but for the beginner stage I am in, it works pretty flawlessly.(Side not, I got this macbook pro not for hacking but for work. My job involves me creating Microsoft server and windows environments to run demos for client on certain types of software we sell. I love that it doesn't slow down at all and has plenty of power to breeze through the presentations, often only on battery, for 5+ hours of testing.) Great content as always. Would love to connect with you and pick you brain as a Cybersecurity student with ADHD that is obsessed with trying to absorb everything like a super power. Have a great day!

    • @NuggetPotatoe
      @NuggetPotatoe Před rokem +2

      How did you download virtualbox for M1 MacBook Pro? I’m struggling to do it . And where do you get the ISO for the virtual machines ?

    • @allisonjones2363
      @allisonjones2363 Před 10 měsíci

      @@NuggetPotatoe I too am also struggling! Please I need help with this as well!

  • @darklittlepeople
    @darklittlepeople Před rokem +26

    i was always wondering about the cpu requirements of all the hacking tools, it's good to know they are more heavily relying on the ram - thanks for addressing this !
    i'm also motivated to try and dig out my ancient raspberry pi and see how it can cope 😃

    • @davidbombal
      @davidbombal  Před rokem +5

      You're welcome! Raspberry Pi's are great for learning!

    • @darklittlepeople
      @darklittlepeople Před rokem +1

      @@davidbombal i remember i had even found a miniature screen and keyboard and a ton of adapter cables to connect everything, and then apparently i had moved on to something else. very short attention span, ugh.

  • @chrisfahie2767
    @chrisfahie2767 Před rokem

    Thanks! Your video content is the safest and most useful

  • @Spriggs213
    @Spriggs213 Před 3 měsíci

    Great Video

  • @n3mm13
    @n3mm13 Před rokem +16

    Love your show David. And especially the k one's with "OTW"! Learning so much on the side together with my Linux learning and Python exploring!
    Keep 'em coming! (Sorry I can't afford to join the fanclub atm..😔)

  • @tony5226
    @tony5226 Před rokem +12

    i think that the best laptop for hacking needs:
    lot of usb ports, in case you need multiple external devices (note that a mouse is essential)
    minimum 16gb of ram for running multiple machines or running heavy programs like metasploit, burpsuite etc. If you are using a virtual machine, kali will need a lot more resources to run smoothly, compared to a bare metal installation.
    A cpu that have a good number of core/threads rather than speed, because in vm you will have to give to multiple machines at least 1/2 cores to run smooth
    the gpu is useless in my opinion
    I also suggest a laptop that have a good keyboard that feels good, because it can make difference and frustrate you if there are missing keys , defective shit after some time and more

    • @rubikquitous8482
      @rubikquitous8482 Před 3 měsíci

      Im thinking about getting a usb keyboard for my laptop. my typing speed is like 2-3x faster on a keyboard.. like 120 wpm.. i might be 60 on a laptop keyboard.
      Would this be laughable hahahaha

  • @davidkamaunu7887
    @davidkamaunu7887 Před rokem

    Great post. your guest looked like "His Divine Shadow" from Lexx you can tell him its props!

  • @JonBeeee
    @JonBeeee Před rokem +4

    Not for nothing David, but I think you should emphasize the performance between operating systems. I am pretty sure windows does the best job of EXECUTING the VM software, thus as a result, I think the platform has the highest efficacy of running virtual machines. Also compatability is higher with windows.
    As a novice engineer, why do I feel like I am the only one saying this?

  • @bobbyz9052
    @bobbyz9052 Před 5 měsíci +4

    I did my CS degree with a Thinkpad T420. I'd like to point out that some older machines limit the amount of RAM you can install. So it might be better to get a slightly newer machine and add more RAM later on.

    • @jayfilmdat5695
      @jayfilmdat5695 Před 4 měsíci

      So should I get a thinkpad x250?

    • @cnssegura
      @cnssegura Před 4 měsíci

      Adding more ram is good weather it would be used for hacking or not. lol

  • @LeeMaiden
    @LeeMaiden Před 8 měsíci +2

    Desktop for me, have never liked laptops, the only laptop I have is an old chromebook that now runs Linux Mint. I got massive works with my desktop(s) Kali is nice, but bloated, just run Debian and install what you want, X the bloat you don't want or need. Love your channel, thanks for the things you show and explain. Props.

  • @esaelvladimir3672
    @esaelvladimir3672 Před rokem +1

    Great video David

  • @thandrick5220
    @thandrick5220 Před 9 měsíci +27

    For CPU, one thing you miss is core count. Speed is kind of irrelevant. Ram is great, but running multiple processes or VM's with a dual or quad core is going to start to impact performance the more you stretch it out.

    • @LeoNux-um7tg
      @LeoNux-um7tg Před 5 měsíci

      core quality for me, there are older xeon cpu with 16 cores but beat up by newer 8 cores cpu

    • @robotron1236
      @robotron1236 Před 5 měsíci +2

      My desktop has an x99 board with a zeon e5 2690 v4 that I got for $100 on aliexpress. My favorite hacking laptop (I have 4 moderately aged ones) is a $60 Chromebook that was built in 2015 and has a m.2 port. I hate chrome, but I love my old Chromebooks! 😂

  • @Calzone407
    @Calzone407 Před rokem +3

    I just use my laptop (the one I use for school) to practice, though once I've saved up I'm going to purchase a second laptop that is only for hacking related activity.

  • @sunithaaron2447
    @sunithaaron2447 Před rokem

    you are one of my computer idols even though I learnt computers way before you thank's great channel

  • @wilsonwahome8091
    @wilsonwahome8091 Před rokem +1

    great video David.
    what would you recommend dual booting?

  • @jake-xz9jw
    @jake-xz9jw Před rokem +3

    Its a Thinkpad T-Series. They are perfect, easy to upgrade and support Monitor Mode out of the box

  • @tforce1989
    @tforce1989 Před rokem +10

    ​ Yes, intel on Macs went too hot. In other words, I remember Mac OS managed the heat well in older OS versions, but with newest OS version, the heat lost the control. I think Apple lowered their priorities on the heat issue on older machines and it is still manageable. For low budget, I'd stay on Mac book or Mini because their battery is very good and stable but go on with Linux. It is working very well. If you have extra money like I do, I would jump to ARM M1 Mac book because the battery life is so great and much less heat. For now, I have both machines, Intel and ARM. I can do the stuff on both machines. Once things get matured on ARM, I can leave Intel out of it.

    • @pauldutcher9165
      @pauldutcher9165 Před rokem +2

      M1X with Fusion and fire up all the Linux you want. No need for Windows IMO

    • @NeverDoubtMe23
      @NeverDoubtMe23 Před rokem +1

      I laugh off whoever comes into our org with a Mac for security...I need an engineer not someone who wants to fit in and feel cool.

    • @ke_daniel8172
      @ke_daniel8172 Před rokem

      Do you have an extra laptop you don't use you help I with it I am a beginner in ethical hacking and I don't have a laptop.

  • @jhunidelartezuela4296

    What a good tutorial thanks!!

  • @KahbodSharif
    @KahbodSharif Před rokem

    hi david it was great video i love it!
    thank you so much david and mr hacker.

  • @TwoWarPlayers
    @TwoWarPlayers Před rokem +4

    Damn those stock Cybersecurity videos always send chills down my spine.

  • @LeeMaiden
    @LeeMaiden Před 8 měsíci

    Love the channel, keep it up.

  • @LhuLhuMaung
    @LhuLhuMaung Před rokem +1

    Fusion preview for M1 works pretty well now. With arm windows and arm kali works well now too.

  • @eneadelehum1637
    @eneadelehum1637 Před rokem +3

    Glad to be the first viewer, much love brother

    • @davidbombal
      @davidbombal  Před rokem +1

      Thank you for watching and supporting me!

  • @ShawnBuckingham
    @ShawnBuckingham Před rokem +6

    Prediction: a network interface with monitor mode, and something plain looking. (e.g. if you have Hak5 stickers all over it, then it's not particularly stealthy)

  • @BABA-is8kv
    @BABA-is8kv Před 8 měsíci

    Great video, I just subscribed. Take care!

  • @todorokiyosukedesu
    @todorokiyosukedesu Před rokem

    I'm using kali bare metal and having a virtual environment in it and I'm really enjoying it!

  • @guitart
    @guitart Před rokem +6

    Macbook Air M1, UTM (hypervisor for Apple silicon) and Kali aarch64! Bombastic!

    • @davidbombal
      @davidbombal  Před rokem +1

      I discuss the issues I have found with M1 and M2 in this video. I love the M1/M2s but there are problems with virtualization of x86/x64 VMs unfortunately. I don't find that UTM works that well for emulation. What has your experience been?

    • @guitart
      @guitart Před rokem

      @@davidbombal ok I have to admit, I didn't see the whole video when I've replied... I will detail my answer after watching the whole video! Back in 10 minutes!

    • @guitart
      @guitart Před rokem +1

      Ok here I am, the first important thing to say is: when it comes to virtualization UTM is great, everything works fine with the aarch64 version of Kali (or Debian, or Arch, you name it), but when it come to emulation it's a real disaster! I was referring to ARM Linux only, and it's great with Apple Silicon, you can take advantage of all the M1's amazing features, such as 15 hours of battery life, retina display, hdpi fonts and so on.

    • @davidbombal
      @davidbombal  Před rokem +1

      This is similar to my experience of the M1/M2. Virtualization of ARM is good, but not emulation of x86/x64. I prefer Parallels to UTM and that is what the Kali developers recommend (but it is a paid product).

    • @guitart
      @guitart Před rokem

      @@davidbombal Thanks David, I’m downloading my evaluation copy of Parallels! ❤

  • @programmerdev7251
    @programmerdev7251 Před rokem +3

    good content

  • @doompool_io
    @doompool_io Před rokem +1

    Great Sir,
    You Guys are doing the best things.
    these things really matter for fresher or who want to start the carrer in hacking

  • @indiayoutuber2628
    @indiayoutuber2628 Před 7 měsíci

    Really love you both conversation this is my first video that I've watched without skipping a second. Really ive enjoyed a lot and got to know from where I can start my career❤❤❤❤

  • @freedomtowander
    @freedomtowander Před rokem +4

    Thank you guys for the advice. Freshmen college student for software design. Learning visual studio and html 5. Aside from Linux or c# what language is important for me to study the most? Like Linux is obvious to the amateur, but what is number 2 on the list?

    • @offdazaza2769
      @offdazaza2769 Před rokem +1

      I would say python, it gets recommended alot because of it's potential. Look at books like "black hat python"

    • @marcspectre7826
      @marcspectre7826 Před rokem

      @@offdazaza2769 java

    • @matthewsoules7064
      @matthewsoules7064 Před rokem

      Life long goals for me is Master C++,Java,Python and JavaScript. Think those are solid languages to learn