How to install kali linux on vmware ?. Before we get into the discussion, you need to know what Kali Linux is. For those of you who are used to using Windows, you must be unfamiliar with the term Linux.
Moreover, the term Kali Linux. Usually the striking difference between Windows and Linux is the appearance. If windows it looks like some menu selection icons.
But in linux it looks more plain and most of the settings have to use coding again. Suitable for those of you who want to learn hackers.
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Well, for those of you hackers, you must be familiar with BackTrack, which is a linux distro that aims for penetration and security testing on network systems.
Kali Linux has approximately 300 built-in tools with their respective functions. The features offered are also quite diverse and very useful, including;
1. Live USB Boot
Just like other Linux distributions, Kali Linux supports the Live USB Boot feature. With this feature, you can use Kali Linux via Flashdisk without having to install or replace the computer’s main Operating System.
Reporting from javatpoint.com, the Live USB Boot feature on Kali Linux is ideal for Computer Forensics activities.
2. Has 600 Tools for Penetration Testing
Kali Linux is intended for information security tasks, one of which is Penetration Testing.
Penetration Testing or commonly abbreviated as Pen Testing is a simulation of testing cyber attacks launched on a computer.
The purpose of Penetration Testing is to find out or find security holes in a system. Within Kali Linux, there are 600 Penetration Testing Tools that are ready to be installed.
However, some Penetration Testing Tools that were previously used in BackTrack, were removed because they were considered obsolete, but some were duplicated and upgraded.
Some examples of Penetration Testing Tools on Kali Linux are Crunch, Aircrack-ng, Wireshark and Nmap.
3. Full Disk Encryption
Kali Linux has a feature called Full Disk Encryption. This feature aims to secure data on the computer by encrypting it.
This feature is very suitable for use when you want to do Penetration Testing.
4. Kali Everywhere
Reporting from kali.org, Kali Linux has the Kali Everywhere feature. This feature can also be used on OS other than Linux such as Windows with Win-KeX, Undercover Mode or using a Virtual Machine
In addition, Kali Linux can also be used on Android phones via Kali Net Hunter.
Easy Step by Step How to Install Kali Linux on VMware
1. BIOS Settings
First you have to enable Intel (VMX) Virtualization Technology in your bios. This is to be able to run VMware normally. Usually this feature is in the ASUS bios.
The method is quite easy, please restart / shutdown your device. Then press the DEL button or whatever it is to enter the bios menu.
If you don’t know which button to use, then search on google with the command “enter bios button (your motherboard product)”. If you have, you will enter the bios menu as shown below.
2. Download VMware Software
The next step is to download the VMware software. This step you just need to download it on their official website. Visit this vmware link.
You will be directed to a website, here you just need to go to the page in the image below.
Here you will be able to download VMware for free. However, if you are rich, choosing the paid workstation version will be much better.
3. Select Version and Adjust to Your OS.
Here VMware offers various versions. Download according to your taste. Foxietech recommends downloading it in the latest version. Because there could be updates to the previous version.
It can also add to the running experience of the latest update. In accordance with the image above, you must be correct when choosing VMware to be downloaded.
Just adjust it to what you are currently using, for example you are using windows, choose windows. Vice versa, if you use linux choose linux.
4. Install VMware Software
If you have finished downloading the file. The next step is to install the software properly. Follow the steps below.
5. Download pre-build Kali Linux Image
If the installation process is running. It would be better if you download the Kali Linux file first. To download it visit the site kali.org. The next step you just need to follow the steps below.
You are asked to select an option between the bit version and the virtual download option. This time select VMware and choose your bit version.
If you don’t know how, look for control panel – then select system and security – click system – here are details about your version of windows. For my case, I’m using 64 bit windows.
6. Extract Kali Linux
When you have finished downloading. Make sure you extract it first.
7. Open VMware
Open the vmware software that you installed earlier. Usually if you download the free version, you will be asked to enter a license code.
Don’t worry, you don’t have to worry because vmware provides a free version that you can use in the options menu. Check the option to continue.
Conclusion
Congratulations, Kali Linux can run on VMware. You can start using it freely. You can learn a lot about hacking , penetrating techniques and programming.
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Use it for good purposes and don’t make things that can harm many people. Regarding the method install kali linux on vmware above, it’s quite easy, right?.
Moreover, it is accompanied by a picture of instructions that makes you not confused. You can comment below if there is something you don’t understand.
We will gladly reply. Don’t forget to share with your friends, relatives and family. Have a nice day and happy hacking!.
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