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🖥️ How to Launch Kali GUI Using WSL2

Posted on: July 6, 2025

 

If you're running Windows 10 or 11, you can launch a full Kali Linux graphical desktop using WSL2 and Win-KeX. This is ideal for ethical hacking, testing, and security research.

✅ Prerequisites:

• Windows 10 (version 2004+) or Windows 11
• WSL2 installed and configured
• Kali Linux installed from Microsoft Store
• Windows Terminal (recommended)

⚙️ Install Win-KeX:

sudo apt update
sudo apt install -y kali-win-kex

 

🖥️ Run Kali GUI (Win-KeX Modes):

• Window Mode: kex --win -s
• Enhanced Session (RDP): kex --esm --ip -s
• Seamless Mode: kex --sl -s

🔧 Optional: Full Kali Tools Install

sudo apt install -y kali-linux-large

You can even create quick-launch profiles inside Windows Terminal for faster GUI access.

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Disclaimer: This guide is for educational purposes and authorized use only. Unauthorized use of Kali Linux or hacking tools is illegal.