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How install Kali Linux DigitalOcean?

Last updated on December 17, 2022 @ 1:18 pm

Kali Linux is a powerful and versatile Linux distribution that is known for its ease of use and penetration testing capabilities. It is available for download from the Kali Linux website or from DigitalOcean.com. To install Kali Linux on a DigitalOcean droplet, follow these instructions:.

1. Create a new droplet.

2. Select the Kali Linux image.

3. Enter your DigitalOcean account details.

4. Click the create button.

5. Review the droplet information.

6. Click the launch button.

7. Enter the droplet’s IP address into your web browser.

8. Click the login button.

9. Enter your password.

10. Click the OK button.

11. Click the Kali Linux icon on the droplet home screen.

12. Click the Applications menu item.

13. Click the Terminal icon.

14. Type the following command to launch the Kali Linux shell:

bash

15. To install Kali Linux packages, type the following command:

apt-get update && apt-get install Kali

16. To start the Kali Linux desktop, type the following command:

kali

17. To exit the Kali Linux shell, type the following command:

exit

18. To shutdown the Kali Linux droplet, type the following command:

shutdown -h now

19. To return to the DigitalOcean home screen, type the following command:

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we showed you how to install Kali Linux on a DigitalOcean droplet. Kali Linux is a powerful and versatile Linux distribution that is known for its ease of use and penetration testing capabilities.

PRO TIP: The following note is a warning to anyone considering installing Kali Linux on DigitalOcean.

While it is possible to install Kali Linux on DigitalOcean, doing so may not be the best idea. First and foremost, it is important to remember that Kali Linux is a penetration testing distribution. This means that it is designed for security professionals who want to test their own systems and networks for vulnerabilities.

If you are not a security professional, or if you are not comfortable with using Linux in general, you may want to consider another option. Additionally, it is worth noting that installing Kali Linux on DigitalOcean will void your droplet’s warranty.

Kathy McFarland

Kathy McFarland

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