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Tag: Setting up a VM

How Setting Up a Virtual Machine and Navigating Through It Can Help You with NCL

January 27, 2021July 10, 2021Leave a comment

FiFi aka "ZeroTrail"
Using Kali Linux on a virtual machine is recommended by the NCL Game-makers(*), but why? ZeroTrail explains the perks of VMs, where to go for help setting yours up, which tools are off-limits during the Games, and which tools and operating systems will serve you the most—not only in the NCL Games, but in your future career as a cybersecurity pro!

NCL and WSL: Leaving the Kali VM Behind

August 19, 2020January 9, 20212 Comments

Aaron James
Working in a virtual machine is a sub-optimal experience. What if we told you there's a way to run the Kali Linux terminal natively inside of Windows? Aaron James demonstrates how to install and compete using command-line tools on Windows Subsystem for Linux—no clunky VM required!

Containerizing Your CTF Stack: Using Docker for CTFs and NCL

August 17, 2020January 9, 2021Leave a comment

wolfshirtz
Containers can make setting up a tricked-out CTF work environment as easy as issuing a command or two. Not sure what containers are or how to use them? Grab a hot beverage and let wolfshirtz break it down!

Fresh Coffee…I Mean Kali!

February 3, 2020January 9, 20215 Comments

Hush1e
Hush1e likes to start off each NCL season with a fresh installation of VirtualBox and a shiny, new Kali Linux virtual machine (VM). If you've never set up a VM before, follow along with Hush1e! (Coffee optional.)

Building Your Virtual Playground: Setting Up VMs for the National Cyber League Games

August 13, 2019January 9, 20217 Comments

John "Mako" McGill
Safety first! What is a virtual machine, and why should you use one? Even if you know the answer, do you know the alternatives? Mako shows you how to build a sandbox around your NCL shenanigans for safety. Remember to take snapshots!

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