How to Install Peergos on Kali Linux

Peergos is a decentralized platform for secure file sharing and messaging. In this tutorial, we will learn how to install Peergos on Kali Linux.

Requirements

Before you begin the installation, make sure you have the following prerequisites:

• Kali Linux latest version installed
• An active internet connection

Installation

1. Open your terminal by pressing Ctrl+Alt+T.
2. Add Peergos repository to the sources list by running the following command:

echo "deb https://dl.bintray.com/peergos/peergos stable main" | sudo tee /etc/apt/sources.list.d/peergos.list

3. Import the repository key with the following command:

curl -sSL 'https://keyserver.ubuntu.com/pks/lookup?op=get&search=0x37E179C7880325FC' | sudo apt-key add -

4. Update the package list by running the following command:

sudo apt update

5. Install Peergos with the following command:

sudo apt install peergos

6. After the installation is complete, start Peergos by running:

peergos start

7. Once Peergos is running, point your browser to the following URL: http://localhost:8090.

Conclusion

You have successfully installed Peergos on your Kali Linux system. Start sharing your files and messaging securely with Peergos.

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