Creating a bootable USB drive for Kali Linux involves a few steps. Here's a general guide to help you through the process:
Note: The process might vary slightly depending on your operating system. This guide assumes you're using a Windows system.
Requirements:
A USB flash drive (8GB or larger recommended).
Kali Linux ISO file (downloaded from the official Kali Linux website).
Steps:
Download Kali Linux ISO:
Download the Kali Linux ISO file from the official Kali Linux website: https://www.kali.org/downloads/. Make sure to select the appropriate version (32-bit or 64-bit) based on your system's architecture.
Download and Install Etcher:
Etcher is a tool that makes creating bootable USB drives simple. Download and install it from the official website: https://www.balena.io/etcher/.
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Insert USB Drive:
Insert your USB flash drive into an available USB port on your computer.
Open Etcher:
Launch Etcher after installation.
Select Kali Linux ISO:
Click on the "Flash from file" option in Etcher and browse to the location where you downloaded the Kali Linux ISO file. Select the ISO file.
Select Target Drive:
Etcher will automatically detect your USB flash drive. Ensure that you have selected the correct drive, as all data on the drive will be erased during the process.
Start Flashing:
Click on the "Flash!" button to start the process. Etcher will write the Kali Linux ISO onto the USB drive. This might take a few minutes.
Eject USB Drive:
Once Etcher finishes flashing the ISO, it will automatically eject the USB drive. If it doesn't, you can manually eject it.
Boot from USB:
Now that your USB drive is ready, you can use it to boot into the Kali Linux installer. To do this, restart your computer and access the boot menu. This is usually done by pressing a specific key (like F12, F2, or ESC) during the boot process. Select the USB drive from the boot menu.
Install Kali Linux:
Follow the on-screen instructions to install Kali Linux on your computer. You can choose to install it alongside your existing operating system or use it as a live system.
Remember that the steps may vary slightly depending on the tool you use for creating the bootable USB drive. Always make sure to back up any important data on the USB drive before starting the process, as it will be formatted during the creation of the bootable drive.