Kali Linux is one of the most widely used Linux-based operating systems, It pre contains tons of tools that can be used for exploitation purposes, it is a prebuilt operating system for hackers. In this article we will create Kali Linux Live USB with Persistense storage.
What is Live USB?
The Live USB means you can use the Operating System directly through USB without installing it. Plug the USB, use the OS, and Unplug the USB like a plug n Play Service.
Advantages of Live USB:
- No Installation Needed
- Ready to Use
- Easy to Upgrade
- No hardware drawback
- Portable
- Plug n Play
The disadvantage of Live USB:
Though it has many advantages, it has one major disadvantage: NO DATA PERSISTENCE. In Simpler terms, it means whatever you do in the live USB will not get saved, as soon as you unplug it you will lose all your data. When you plug it in, it will start as fresh as a new operating system.
But the good thing is, you can easily tackle this advantage which we are going to talk about in this article.
Steps to create Kali Linux Live USB Persistence:
Step 0: Download the Required Files
You need to download two files both of which are listed below…
Kali Linux Live ISO file Download Now
Rufus Download Download Now
Step 1: Run Rufus
Step 2: Select your USB Device
Step 3: Click on “Select” and browse to the Downloaded Live Kali Linux iso file
Step 4: Slide Persistence Storage Slider to MAXIMUM
Step 5: Start
Step 6: If it shows any warning click “YES“
Now your USB Drive will be formatted and kali linux will be loaded into it. When it finishesh click on Close
Step 7: Now Turn OFF your computer and go to Boot Menu
Step 8: Select your USB Drive from the Boot Menu
Step 9: Now Select option “Live USB Persistence”
Voila! You have now successfully created kali linux live usb with persistence storage.
Final Words
Kali Linux Live USB has many uses like breaking into computers, unlocking windows, exploit databases etc. It has numerous application. Keep Following us we will post some the applications too. It’s very easy and portable too.
Every Beginner should use kali linux live since it’s lightweight and dows not harm your main system.