How to Install Wine 9.0 in Kali Linux

In today’s world, people use different computer systems and programs. It can be hard to use Windows programs on a Linux computer, but it’s doable. Wine is a helpful tool that lets you use Windows programs on Kali Linux.

This guide will show you how to install it on your Kali PC and run a Windows program. Whether you’re a Linux user who needs a Windows program or just interested in WineHQ, this guide will help you. Let’s get started!

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Run Windows Programs on Kali Linux with Wine

If you’re using a Linux system like Kali Linux, you might need help to run programs and games made for Windows. But don’t worry! There are third-party solutions that can help you out. One of them is Wine. It’s a tool that lets you run Windows programs on Linux without any problems.

It works like a translator, so your Linux system can understand Windows programs. It’s like having a Windows machine inside your Linux system! Other similar programs like CrossOver and PlayOnLinux do the same thing. With these tools, you can enjoy your Windows apps and games on your Linux system without any trouble.

Installing Wine on Kali PC

If you want to put WineHQ 9.0 on your Kali Linux 2024, there are a couple of ways you can do it. You can watch our video tutorial that shows you how, or you can follow some simple step-by-step instructions. These guides will walk you through the process and get WineHQ set up on your computer.

If you want to use WineHQ to run Windows apps on your Linux, you need to make sure everything works well. First, you should enable the 32-bit system on your Linux. This helps your WineHQ handle 32-bit Windows apps smoothly, so you can enjoy using them on your Linux without any issues.
```
sudo dpkg --add-architecture i386
```
To get the key for Wine and add it to your system, you’ll need to do a few things in the terminal. These steps will make sure you have all the files and stuff you need for it to work correctly.
```
wget -nc https://dl.winehq.org/wine-builds/winehq.key
sudo mv winehq.key /usr/share/keyrings/winehq-archive.key
```
To put WineHQ Bullseye package sources in your Kali Linux, you can do two things: first, download a file, then run a specific command in the terminal. This lets you quickly install WineHQ stuff on your Kali Linux. I’ll give you the command to use and where to find the downloaded file.
```
wget -nc https://dl.winehq.org/wine-builds/debian/dists/bullseye/winehq-bullseye.sources

sudo mv winehq-bullseye.sources /etc/apt/sources.list.d/
```
To tweak the WineHQ files, first, get them on your device. Then, you can change them as you want. Next, add the Debian Bullseye stuff to your system to get some essential packages. Lastly, update your database to make sure you’ve got the newest versions of the packages after adding the repository.
```
echo "deb http://ftp.us.debian.org/debian bullseye main " | sudo tee -a /etc/apt/sources.list

sudo apt update
```
If you want to install the stable version of it, type the command below into the terminal called stable. This makes it easy for you to run Windows apps on Linux without any trouble.
```
sudo apt install --install-recommends winehq-stable
```

If you have trouble starting the installation, you can fix it by running this command in the terminal. This command will download and install extra packages on your system to help.

sudo apt install libgnutls30:i386 libldap-2.4-2:i386 libgpg-error0:i386 libxml2:i386 libasound2-plugins:i386 libsdl2-2.0-0:i386 libfreetype6:i386 libdbus-1-3:i386 libsqlite3-0:i386

If you want to install a Windows emulator on your Linux computer, start the installation process again, and it will begin on its own. After you’ve installed the WineHQ program, you can check how well it’s working by typing “wine –version” in the terminal. This helps you make sure everything is okay, and then you can use it to run your favorite Windows apps on your Linux system.
```
wine --version
```
To change its settings, open the app by typing “winecfg” in the terminal. This lets you adjust its setup to fit what you want and like.
```
winecfg
```

Installing a Windows Program in Kali Linux PC

Please download the setup file for one of the Windows programs that you often use.
To move forward, go to the folder where you saved the file on your device. Then, find and open the terminal app to move on to the next step.
To install the Windows program, go to the terminal and type “wine ./setupfile.exe”. This starts the installation and lets you install the program without any problems.

wine ./setupfile.exe

Conclusion

In conclusion, using Wine to run Windows programs on Kali Linux can make a big difference for many users who want to enjoy both operating systems. With this software, you can have the best of both worlds and smoothly run Windows programs on your Linux.

This guide has given step-by-step instructions on installing the Windows compatibility layer software on your PC and how to use it to install and run Windows programs.

By following these basic steps, you can easily install it and start using it to run your favorite Windows apps on your Linux. So, whether you’re a Linux user who needs a Windows program or just curious about it, this guide has everything you need.

If you’re using Debian, you might want to add this software layer. You can easily do this by checking out our article called “How to Install Wine on Debian.” It gives you simple steps to follow, making the installation super easy for you.