Kali Linux Virtualbox Windows 10

In the today’s blog post, you will learn how to install Kali Linux on VirtualBox on Windows 10. If you wish to know how to install Kali Linux on VirtualBox on Mac, don’t worry – the installation principle is the same, due to the universality and multiplatform nature of VirtualBox. Here is a tutorial on that– Install Portable Virtualbox on USB to Run Virtual Machines Anywhere. The step by step process of Kali Linux Installation on Virtual machine given here in this tutorial is same for Window 10, Windows 8, Windows 7, Linux (different flavors & version) including MacOS.

Introduction

Kali Linux is a Debian-derived Linux distribution designed for penetration testing. With over 600 preinstalled penetration-testing programs, it earned a reputation as one of the best-operating systems used for security testing. As a security-testing platform, it is best to install Kali as a VM on VirtualBox.

Kali has a rolling release model, ensuring up-to-date tools on your system. Also, there is an active community of users providing ongoing support.

This step by step tutorial shows you how to install Kali Linux on VirtualBox.

  • At least 20 GB of disk space
  • At least 1 (preferably 2) GB of RAM for i386 and amd64 architectures
  • VirtualBox (or alternative virtualization software)

Since these instructions take you through the installation process in a virtual environment, you need to ensure you have one set up on your system. In this example, we are using VirtualBox, as it is a simple to use, open-source virtualization solution.

In case you do not have VirtualBox installed,use this step-by-step VirtualBox insallation guide.

On the official Kali Linux website downloads section, you can find Kali Linux .iso images. These images are uploaded every few months, providing the latest official releases.

Navigate to the Kali Linux Downloads page and find the packages available for download. Depending on the system you have, download the 64-Bit or 32-Bit file.

After downloading the .iso image, create a new virtual machine and import Kali as its OS.

Kali Linux Virtualbox Windows 10

1. Launch VirtualBox Manager and click on the New icon.

2. Name and operating system. A pop-up window for creating a new VM appears asking you to specify a name and a destination folder. The Type and Version change automatically, based on the name you provided. Make sure the information matches the package you downloaded.

3. Memory size. Next, choose how much memory to allocate to the virtual machine. The recommended size is 1024 MB. However, this varies depending on your individual needs.

4. Hard disk. The default option is to create a virtual hard disk for the new VM. Alternatively, you can use an existing virtual hard disk file or decide not to add one at all.

5. Hard disk file type. Continue by sticking to the default file type for the new virtual hard disk, VDI (VirtualBox Disk Image).

6. Storage on a physical hard disk. Decide between dynamically allocated and fixed size. The first choice allows the new hard disk to grow and fill up space dedicated to it, while the second uses the maximum capacity from the start.

7. File location and size. Specify where you want to store the virtual hard disk and the amount of file data it is allowed to store on the hard disk. We advise giving it at least 8 GB.

8. Now you created a new VM, which you should see listed in the VirtualBox Manager.

The next step is adjusting the default virtual machine settings.

1. Start by clicking on the Settings icon. Make sure you marked the correct VM and that the right-hand side is displaying details for Kali Linux.

2. Once the Kali Linux – Settings window opens, navigate to General > Advanced tab and change the Shared Clipboard and Drag’n’Drop settings to Bidirectional. This feature allows you to copy and paste between the host and guest machine, a useful feature you will most certainly need.

3. Go to System > Motherboard. Set the boot order to start from Optical, followed by Hard Disk. Uncheck Floppy as it is unnecessary.

4. Next, move to the Processor tab in the same window. Increase the number of processors to two (2) to enhance performance.

5. Finally, navigate to Storage settings. Add the downloaded Kali image to Controller: IDE. Click on the disk icon to search for the image.

6. Close the Settings and click on the Start icon to begin installing Kali.

After you booted the installation menu by clicking on Start, a new VM VirtualBox window appears with the Kali welcome screen.

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Select the Graphical install option and go through the following installation steps for setting up kali linux in VirtualBox.

1. Select a language. Choose the default language for the system (which will also be the language used during the installation process).

2. Select your location. Find and select your country from the list (or choose “other”).

3. Configure the keyboard. Decide on which keymap to use. In most cases, the best option is to select American English.

4. Configure the network. First, supply a hostname for the system (this can be any single word). Click on Continue.

5. Next, you need to create a domain name (the part of your internet address after your hostname). Domain names usually end in .com, .net, .edu, etc. Make sure you use the same domain name on all your machines.

6. Set up users and passwords. Create a strong root password for the system administrator account.

7. Configure the clock. Select your time zone from the options provided.

8. Partition disks. Select how you would like to partition the hard disk. Unless you have a good reason to do it manually, go for the Guided –use entiredisk option.

9. Then, select which disk you want to use for partitioning. As you created a single virtual hard disk in Step 3: Adjust VM Settings, you do not have to worry about data loss. Select the only available option – SCSI3 (0,0,0) (sda) – 68.7 GB ATA VBOK HARDDISK (the details after the dash vary depending on your virtualization software).

10. Next, select the scheme for partitioning. If you are a new user, go for All files in one partition.

11. The wizard gives you an overview of the configured partitions. Continue by navigating to Finish partitioning and write changes to disk, click on Continue. Confirm with Yes.

12. With this, it starts installing Kali. While the installation bar loads, additional configuration settings appear.

13. Configure the package manager. Select whether you want to use a network mirror. The default option is Yes.

14. Configure the package manager. Enter the HTTP proxy information if you are using one. Otherwise, leave the blank.

15. Install the GRUB boot loader on a hard disk. Select Yes and Continue.

16. Install the GRUB boot loader on a hard disk. Select a boot loader device to ensure the newly installed system is bootable.

17. Once you receive the message, the installation is complete. Click on Continue to reboot your VM.

With this, you have successfully installed Kali Linux on VirtualBox. After rebooting, the Kali login screen appears, asking you to type in a username (root) and password you decided on in the previous steps.

Finally, the interface of Kali Linux appears on your screen.

With this guide, you have learned how to install Kali Linux in VirtualBox. We also covered setup and configuring to start penetration and security testing.

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​You might be a developer and just want to try out your application in a Windows environment, or just want the thrill of doing something in Windows 10. Well, the solution might be as easy as using Virtualbox to install windows 10 unlike installing it on your machine, which may bring may problems to your Linux installation such as grub being overwritten.

​What you will require:

  1. Windows 10 ISO file (or a CD/DVD containing windows 10)
  2. Virtualbox installed on your machine.
  3. Lots of RAM, preferably more than 4GB of RAM.

The installation of Windows 10 is as outlined, but it may differ with the version of VirtualBox that you have and the Windows 10 ISO or CD that you have. However, the installation process is similar.
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Enough chit-chat, let’s get started.

​Part one: Setting up the virtual machine

​Step 1: Open virtual box.

​Step 2: Click on new to create a new virtual machine.(Its the blue star under the file menu).

​​Alternatively, click the machine menu then click new, or you can click CTRL + N to create a new virtual machine.

Step 3: Type the name of the virtual machine, choose the type to Microsoft Windows and Version to Windows 10(32-bit) or Windows 10(64-bit) depending on the Windows 10 installation ISO and the version you want to install. If you have a 32bit ISO you have to select 32-bit and if 64-bit, choose 64-bit. When done click Next.
​Step 4: Choose the amount of RAM to run the virtual machine. I would recommend at least 1 GB (1024 MB) for 32-bit windows 10 and 2GB (2048 MB) for 64-bit windows 10. Use the slider to choose the amount of RAM you would like the virtual machine to run with. When done, click next.
​Step 5: Configure the hard disk. Choose the create a virtual disk now then click create.
​Step 6: Configure the Hard disk file type. Virtualbox recommends a VDI – VirtualBox Disk Image. In case in future you want to run some other virtualization software such as VMware, you should choose other Hard Disk file types. I will recommend leaving it as it is, then click next.
​Step 7: Choose the type of storage allocation type. You can choose to have it dynamically allocated. It will grow in size as you continue to use the hard disk space while in the virtual machine. If you choose to allocate a fixed size. The hard disk file will allocate the exact size on the physical hard disk as the hard disk on the virtual machine. Even if space is not utilized in the virtual machine. It will occupy on the physical hard disk. Upon selection select next.
Selecting the hard disk installation configuration.
Step 8: Name the hard disk file and allocate it the space you would like the Guest OS to operate with. Use the slider to increase or decrease the space. I will allocate the windows 10 32 GB of dynamically allocated space. When done click Create.
​Once done you should be able to see the properties of the newly created virtual machine as follows:
Step 9: Start the Windows 10 virtual machine. Click the green arrow with the word start below it.​When the virtual machine starts you should see the following window:
What you see when you start the virtual machine for the first time.
​Step 10: In-case you have a physical windows 10 disk, insert it into the CD Drive of your physical machine then click start. If you have an ISO file, choose the Windows 10 ISO file then click start. The Windows 10 virtual machine should start and you will see a similar screen:

​Part 2: Setting up Windows 10 in the virtual machine

​Step 11: While in the virtual machine, Choose the display language, time and currency formatting and the keyboard input preference for your region. This is for localization purposes for your windows installation. Click next.
​Step 12: Click install now.

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​You should see a similar screen as the following after clicking next.

​​Step 13: Enter the product key that you bought the CD with, or that came in your email after purchasing a license from Microsoft. If you don’t have it, click I don’t have a product key. Upon typing the product key type next.

​Step 14: In case the ISO has multi-versions, choose the version of windows you would like to install. In this case, we will install windows 10 pro. Then click next.
​Step 15: Read through the license terms and check the I accept the license terms. Then click next.
​Step 16: Choose the custom install option.
​Step 17: You can choose to partition the drives. However, just click next to proceed. The installation will automatically create the necessary partitions and then start installing windows.

​You should see windows start installing. The installation will restart your virtual machine severally during the installation process. But as it installs, you might want to grab a cup of coffee as you wait for it to install.

​​Step 18: Choose the settings for your Windows 10 installation. You can choose to customise or choose express settings for your installation. Majorly the settings are about Windows privacy settings and telemetry settings that Microsoft uses to keep track of windows performance to make it much better. You can choose to customise to disable some of the telemetry and privacy settings. If not, click express settings.

​​Step 19: Set up your account information. Input the username or password.

Instalar Kali Linux En Virtualbox Windows 10

​Step 20: Cortana settings. You can choose to use Cortana or choose not now. Cortana is a personalized voice assistant for Windows 10. You will need to choose Use Cortana to activate Cortana or not now to disable the Windows 10 feature.
​After which you should see the windows 10 introductory messages slideshow.
​Congratulations, You have installed windows 10 on Virtualbox. You can now use the installation just as you would on an actual PC.
​Installation of Windows 10 is very much easy. Once you have installed windows 10, it will be much easier to set up any Operating System from Windows as well as any other GUI based operating system. The steps outlined are the same or follow the same suit. Have fun while you are at it testing the installation, it’s worth your time!