How to Install Metabase on Kali Linux Latest

Metabase is a powerful and open-source tool that helps you to analyze data from various sources. It is a browser-based software that provides interactive dashboards, charts, and data visualizations. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of installing Metabase on Kali Linux.

Prerequisites

Before we start with the installation, please ensure that you have:

• Kali Linux latest version installed on your system.
• A user account with sudo privileges.
• A stable internet connection.

Step 1: Install Java

Metabase requires Java to run correctly. We will install the latest version of OpenJDK.

1. Open the terminal application on your Kali Linux system.

2. Type the following command to update the package list:

   sudo apt-get update
   

3. Install OpenJDK using the following command:

   sudo apt-get install openjdk-11-jdk
   

4. Confirm the installation of Java by running the following command:

   java -version
   

   The output will show the installed version of Java on your system.

   openjdk version "11.0.13" 2021-10-19
   OpenJDK Runtime Environment (build 11.0.13+8-post-Debian-1deb11u1)
   OpenJDK 64-Bit Server VM (build 11.0.13+8-post-Debian-1deb11u1, mixed mode, sharing)
   

Step 2: Download Metabase

1. Visit the official Metabase website (https://metabase.com/) and click on the "Download" button.

2. Select "Linux" as your operating system and "Generic" as your download type.

3. Copy the download link of the latest version of Metabase.

4. Open the terminal application on your Kali Linux system.

5. Type the following command to download the Metabase package:

   wget <Metabase download link>
   

Step 3: Install Metabase

1. After downloading the Metabase package, extract it using the following command:

   unzip metabase-x.x.x.zip
   

   Replace x.x.x with the version number of the downloaded package.

2. Change the directory to the extracted folder using the following command:

   cd metabase-x.x.x
   

3. Start Metabase by running the following command:

   java -jar metabase.jar
   

   This command will start the Metabase installation process.

4. Open your browser and enter the following URL:

   http://localhost:3000
   

   This will open the Metabase setup page.

5. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation process.

   • First, you need to select your language preference.
   • Then, set up a new Metabase account.
   • Finally, choose the type of database you want to connect with Metabase.

6. After completing the installation process, you can access Metabase from your browser by entering the following URL:

   http://localhost:3000
   

   You will see the Metabase login page, where you can log in using the account you created during the installation process.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we have explained the step-by-step process of installing Metabase on Kali Linux. Now you can use Metabase to analyze and visualize your data with ease.

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