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In this guide, we’ll walk you through installing Parrot OS on Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL). This setup will give you access to Parrot OS’s powerful security tools and Linux capabilities all within your Windows environment.
Whether you’re a cybersecurity enthusiast or a developer looking to enhance your workspace, these steps will get you up and running smoothly.
Table of Content
Introduction
Enable WSL and Virtualization Features
Update to WSL 2 (Recommended)
Download and Import Parrot OS for WSL
Launch and Set Up Parrot OS
Troubleshooting Tips
Conclusion
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Introduction
Installing Parrot OS on WSL is a fantastic way to bring Linux power to your Windows machine, With just a few steps, you can access Parrot OS’s powerful tools directly from Windows, making it ideal for cybersecurity enthusiasts, developers, and students alike.
Enable WSL and Virtualization Features
To start, we need to enable both WSL and virtualization on Windows. This setup lets run Linux distributions within Windows seamlessly.
- Open PowerShell as Administrator:
