How to Install RustDesk on Kali Linux Latest

RustDesk is a free and open-source remote desktop application that allows users to remotely access and control their computers. In this tutorial, we will guide you through installing RustDesk on Kali Linux Latest using the command line.

Prerequisites

Before we begin, make sure you have the following:

• A Kali Linux Latest system with sudo privileges
• An active internet connection

Step 1: Update System Packages and Dependencies

To update the system packages and dependencies, open the terminal by pressing CTRL + ALT + T and run the following commands:

sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y

Wait for the command to finish running.

Step 2: Install Dependencies

In order to install RustDesk properly, you need to install some dependencies first. Run the following command to install the required dependencies:

sudo apt install -y pkg-config libssl-dev openssl libxcb-shape0-dev libxcb-xfixes0-dev

Step 3: Download RustDesk

Next, we will download RustDesk. Run the following command to download the latest version of RustDesk:

wget https://github.com/rustdesk/rustdesk/releases/latest/download/rustdesk-{{Latest Version}}-linux-x86_64.tar.gz

Note: Replace {{Latest Version}} with the latest version available at https://github.com/rustdesk/rustdesk/releases.

Step 4: Extract RustDesk

To extract RustDesk, run the following command:

tar xzf rustdesk-{{Latest Version}}-linux-x86_64.tar.gz

Step 5: Move RustDesk to /opt

Move the extracted RustDesk directory to the /opt directory using the following command:

sudo mv rustdesk-{{Latest Version}}-linux-x86_64 /opt/rustdesk

Step 6: Create a Desktop Entry for RustDesk

Create a desktop entry for RustDesk using the following command:

sudo nano /usr/share/applications/rustdesk.desktop

Copy and paste the following lines into the file:

[Desktop Entry]
Name=RustDesk
Exec=/opt/rustdesk/rustdesk
Icon=/opt/rustdesk/icon.png
Terminal=false
Type=Application

Save the file by pressing CTRL + X, then Y and Enter.

Step 7: Launch RustDesk

Launch RustDesk by clicking on the RustDesk icon in the Kali Linux menu or by running the following command in the terminal:

/opt/rustdesk/rustdesk

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we have guided you through the process of installing RustDesk on Kali Linux Latest. Now you can access and control your computer remotely using RustDesk.

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