How to Install Kali Linux 2016.2 XFCE and Review on VMware

Kali Linux 2016.2 XFCE Desktop Installation and Review on VMware

Easy tutorial on how to install Kali Linux 2016.2 XFCE and review on VMware Workstation/Player step by step. We'll also install VMware Tools on Kali 2016.2 Xfce for better performance and usability. This tutorial also helps if you install Kali Linux 2016.2 Xfce on physical computer or laptop.

Kali Linux 2016.2 XFCE Installation Steps:

1. Download Kali Linux 2016.2 XFCE ISO
2. Create VM on VMware Workstation/Player
3. Start Installation
4. Install VMware Tools (Open VM Tools)
5. Test VMware Tools Features (Fit Guest Now, Drag-Drop File and Clipboard Sharing)
6. Kali Linux 2016.2 XFCE Review

Installing Kali Linux 2016.2 XFCE and Review on VMware

What is Kali Linux?

Kali Linux is a Debian-based distribution with a collection of security and forensics tools. It features timely security updates, support for the ARM architecture, a choice of four popular desktop environments, and seamless upgrades to newer versions. Kali Linux is preinstalled with over 300 penetration-testing programs, including Armitage, nmap, Wireshark (a packet analyzer), John the Ripper, Aircrack-ng, Burp suite and OWASP ZAP. Kali Linux can run natively when installed on a computer's hard disk, can be booted from a live CD or live USB, or it can run within a virtual machine. It is a supported platform of the Metasploit Project's Metasploit Framework
Kali Linux Website: https://www.kali.org/

What is Xfce Desktop Environment?

Xfce is a lightweight desktop environment for UNIX-like operating systems. It aims to be fast and low on system resources, while still being visually appealing and user friendly. It includes a window manager, a file manager, desktop and panel.
Xfce Desktop Website: https://www.xfce.org/

Kali Linux 2016.2 New Features and Improvements

Kali Linux 2016.2 is an updated ISO image of the popular GNU/Linux distribution designed for ethical hackers and security professionals who want to harden the security of their networks, which contains the latest software versions and enhancements for those who want to deploy the OS on new systems. This version includes bug fixes and improvements. New Kali Linux 2016.2 release comes with various popular desktop environments, including KDE, MATE, Xfce, LXDE, and Enlightenment E17 flavors.

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