How to Install Chrome on Kali
Are you a cybersecurity enthusiast looking to enhance your experience on Kali Linux? One of the most popular web browsers, Google Chrome, can be installed on Kali Linux to provide you with a seamless browsing experience. In this article, we will guide you through the process of installing Chrome on Kali Linux, ensuring that you can take advantage of its powerful features and extensions.
Prerequisites
Before we dive into the installation process, it’s essential to have a few prerequisites in place:
1. A Kali Linux operating system installed on your computer.
2. Root or sudo privileges to install packages.
3. A stable internet connection.
Step 1: Updating the System
The first step in installing Chrome on Kali Linux is to update your system. This ensures that all necessary dependencies are up-to-date and that the installation process runs smoothly. Open the terminal and execute the following commands:
“`bash
sudo apt update
sudo apt upgrade
“`
Step 2: Adding the Chrome Repository
To install Chrome on Kali Linux, we need to add the official Chrome repository to our system. This can be done by running the following command:
“`bash
sudo sh -c ‘echo “deb [arch=amd64] https://dl.google.com/linux/chrome/deb/ stable main” >> /etc/apt/sources.list.d/google-chrome.list’
“`
Step 3: Adding the Google Chrome Repository Key
Next, we need to add the Google Chrome repository key to our system. This ensures that the packages we install are authentic and come from a trusted source. Run the following command to add the key:
“`bash
sudo apt-key adv –keyserver keyserver.ubuntu.com –recv-keys 1BB943527510944B8B3612C9F6B279A8B88E364B
“`
Step 4: Installing Google Chrome
Now that we have added the Chrome repository and its key, we can proceed to install Google Chrome. Open the terminal and execute the following command:
“`bash
sudo apt install google-chrome-stable
“`
Step 5: Starting Google Chrome
Once the installation is complete, you can start Google Chrome by searching for it in the Kali Linux application menu or by typing the following command in the terminal:
“`bash
google-chrome-stable
“`
Congratulations! You have successfully installed Google Chrome on Kali Linux. Now you can enjoy browsing the web with all the features and extensions that Chrome has to offer.
