How to Install draw.io on Kali Linux

Draw.io is a popular diagramming tool that allows users to create flowcharts, diagrams, and models. This tutorial will guide you through the process of installing draw.io on Kali Linux.

Prerequisites

Before we begin the installation process, you will need to ensure that:

Step 1: Update Kali Linux

Before we start the installation process, it is important to update Kali Linux to ensure that it is running the latest software packages. Open the terminal and type the following commands:

sudo apt-get update
sudo apt-get upgrade

Step 2: Install Java

Draw.io requires Java to run on your system. If you have not installed Java, you can install it using the following command:

sudo apt-get install default-jdk

Step 3: Download draw.io

Next, download the latest version of draw.io. You can download it from the official website or use the following command to download it directly from the terminal:

wget https://github.com/jgraph/drawio-desktop/releases/download/v14.6.13/draw.io-amd64-14.6.13.deb

Note: Replace the version number with the latest one available at the time of your installation.

Step 4: Install draw.io

Once the download is complete, navigate to the directory containing the draw.io .deb package file, then install the package using the following command:

sudo apt-get install ./draw.io-amd64-14.6.13.deb

Step 5: Launch draw.io

You can launch draw.io by typing the following command in the terminal:

draw.io

Alternatively, you can search for draw.io in the application menu and launch it from there.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have now successfully installed draw.io on your Kali Linux system. You can now start creating diagrams, flowcharts, and models with this amazing tool.

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