How to Install Benotes on Kali Linux

In this tutorial, we will guide you on how to install Benotes on Kali Linux latest version. Benotes, a free and open-source web application, allows users to take notes, create to-do lists, and set reminders. Let's get started!

Prerequisites

Before we begin the installation process, you must have the following prerequisites:

Step 1: Update Your System

Before installing Benotes, it's always a good practice to update your system. Run the following command in your terminal to update your system:

sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade

Step 2: Install Node.js

Benotes requires Node.js to function properly. If you don't have Node.js installed on your system, you can install it by running the following command in your terminal:

sudo apt install nodejs

Step 3: Install MongoDB

Benotes requires MongoDB to store all the data from the application. To install MongoDB on your system, run the following command in your terminal:

sudo apt install mongodb

After the installation is complete, start the MongoDB service by running the following command:

sudo systemctl start mongodb

Step 4: Download and Install Benotes

Now that we have all the prerequisites installed, let's proceed to download and install Benotes on Kali Linux. Follow the steps below:

  1. Download the latest version of Benotes from their official website https://benotes.org/.
  2. Extract the downloaded archive file into the directory where you want to install Benotes.
  3. Open a terminal window, navigate to the directory where you extracted Benotes, and run the following command to install all the dependencies:
npm install
  1. After the installation is complete, run the following command to start the Benotes application:
npm start

Step 5: Access Benotes

Now that we have successfully installed Benotes, let's access it in our web browser. Open your preferred web browser and enter the following URL:

http://localhost:3000/

You will be redirected to the Benotes login page. Create a new account or sign in with an existing one to start using Benotes.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed Benotes on Kali Linux.

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