How to Install Xsrv on Kali Linux Latest

xsrv.readthedocs.io/">Xsrv is an X Windows System Server for Windows that allows for graphical user interfaces to be run from a remote Linux or Unix-like system. This tutorial will guide you through the process of installing Xsrv on Kali Linux Latest.

Prerequisites

• Kali Linux Latest installed on your system
• Administrative access to your system
• A stable internet connection

Installation

1. Open a terminal window on Kali Linux Latest.

2. Install dependencies that Xsrv requires by using the following command:

   sudo apt install -y mingw-w64 wine wine32 xauth socat
   

3. Download the Xsrv installer from the official Xsrv website.

4. Extract the downloaded archive using the following command:

   tar -xvf <filename>.tar.gz
   

5. Navigate to the extracted directory using the following command:

   cd <directory name>
   

6. Install Xsrv by running the following command:

   ./install.sh
   

7. Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the installation process.

Configuring Xsrv

Once Xsrv is installed, you can configure it to suit your needs. Here's how to get started:

1. Start Xsrv by entering the following command in a terminal window:

   startx &> /dev/null &
   

2. Configure your X11 display by adding the following line to your ~/.bashrc file (create it if it doesn't exist):

   export DISPLAY=localhost:0
   

3. Verify the configuration by running the following command:

   echo $DISPLAY
   

   The output should be localhost:0.

Conclusion

You have successfully installed Xsrv on Kali Linux Latest and configured it to run graphical user interfaces from a remote Linux or Unix-like system. Enjoy!

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