Requirements:

• UTM app (for virtualization on macOS, compatible with Apple Silicon and Intel Macs)
• Kali Linux ISO file (download from the Kali Linux website)

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Installation Steps:

1. Download and Install UTM

• Go to UTM’s website and download the latest version.
• Open the downloaded .dmg file and move UTM to the Applications folder to install it.

2. Download the Kali Linux ISO

• Visit the Kali Linux download page.
• Download the ISO suitable for your system (ARM for Apple Silicon or AMD64 for Intel Macs).

3. Launch UTM and Create a New Virtual Machine

• Open UTM, click on the “+” button to create a new virtual machine.
• Select Virtualize (for a full virtual machine with better performance).

4. Configure the Virtual Machine Settings

• Operating System: Choose “Linux” as the OS type.
• Boot ISO Image: Upload the Kali Linux ISO you downloaded.

5. Configure Hardware Resources

• CPU: Assign at least 2 cores for smoother performance.
• Memory (RAM): Allocate at least 2GB (4GB recommended).
• Storage: Create a virtual hard disk with at least 20GB of space for Kali.

6. Network and Display Settings

• Set the Network to “Shared Network” to access the internet within the VM.
• Display: Leave as default or adjust if you have specific preferences.

7. Boot the VM and Begin Kali Linux Installation

• Start the VM by pressing the “Play” button.
• Kali will boot from the ISO. Choose Graphical Install to start the installer.

8. Complete the Kali Linux Installation

• Follow the installation prompts:
  • Select Language: Choose your preferred language.
  • Configure Keyboard: Choose your keyboard layout.
  • Configure Network: Set up a hostname for your Kali installation.
  • Create a User: Set up a username and password for the main user account.
  • Partition Disks: Use the Guided – Use entire disk option for simplicity.
• Complete the remaining steps, following the on-screen instructions to finish the setup.

9. Remove ISO and Restart

• After installation, shut down the VM.
• Go to the UTM settings, detach the Kali ISO from the VM, and restart.

10. Final Setup

• Once restarted, log in with your user credentials.
• Update and install any necessary packages to complete your Kali setup.