Where Kali Linux fits
Use it for a defined lab or assessment rather than as an automatic replacement for a general desktop.
Check before you choose
Confirm image integrity and understand the tools before using them on systems you administer.
Find the right edition
Start with the destination for your device or the publisher's website. Use the current requirements and terms there to confirm the edition you need.
Compare the workflow
A desktop distribution, a server system and a specialist toolkit serve different purposes. Decide whether you want a fixed release, rolling updates or a declarative setup before comparing desktop appearances.