How to Create a Kali Virtualbox Image

Kali Linux, a popular open-source Linux distribution, is equipped with a robust collection of security testing tools that cater to ethical hackers and security experts. To create a virtual machine for Kali Linux using VirtualBox, follow these steps:

Firstly, download the ISO image of Kali Linux from the official website of Kali Linux. Once downloaded, open VirtualBox and click on the 'New' button to create a new virtual machine (VM).

Next, set up the VM by selecting the operating system as 'Linux' and the version as 'Ubuntu (64bit)'. Name your VM, for example, 'Kali', and specify 4GB as base memory, with 3 processors allocated. Create a virtual hard disk of 25GB and hit 'Next'.

In hardware settings, set the ISO image and select the downloaded Kali Linux's ISO file from your host operating system. This will ensure that you can install Kali Linux using the downloaded ISO file.

To initiate the installation process for Kali Linux, follow these steps:

• Select the partitioning disk and click on Continue.

• Choose 'Guided partitioning' to partition the disk and click on Continue.

• Set your time zone and click on Continue.

• Create a user account by setting a password, typing a short username, entering your full name, and clicking on Continue.

• Enter a domain name for the network like below, or use 'kali' as the default. If the system does not accept the single-word hostname you input, use “kali” as the default.

Once you have set up your user account, navigate to Graphical Install using the UP and DOWN arrow keys and press ENTER.

Finally, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation of Kali Linux on your virtual machine. The process is summarized in the table below:

'Image: Table summarizing the configuration of the new virtual machine'

In conclusion, creating a Kali Virtualbox image requires downloading the ISO file from the official website of Kali Linux and setting up the VM using VirtualBox. By following these steps, you can successfully install Kali Linux on your virtual machine.

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