How to Install Domoticz on Kali Linux

Domoticz is an open-source home automation software that allows controlling and monitoring various devices connected around the house. This tutorial will guide you through the installation process of Domoticz on Kali Linux.

Prerequisites

• Kali Linux installed on your computer
• Internet connection

Step 1: Update Kali Linux

Before starting the installation process, it is recommended to update the Kali Linux system. Open the terminal and type the following commands:

sudo apt-get update
sudo apt-get upgrade

Step 2: Install Required Packages

Before installing Domoticz, you need to install some essential packages. These packages are needed to compile and run Domoticz successfully. Open the terminal and type the following command:

sudo apt-get install build-essential curl git libcurl4-openssl-dev libssl-dev zlib1g-dev

Step 3: Download and Install Domoticz

You can download the latest version of Domoticz from the official website. Open the terminal and type the following commands:

cd /tmp
curl -L https://www.domoticz.com/download/domoticz_linux_x86_64.tgz -o domoticz.tgz
tar xzf domoticz.tgz

Step 4: Run Domoticz

To start Domoticz, go to the extracted directory and run the following command:

cd domoticz
./domoticz

You can open the Domoticz web interface by typing http://localhost:8080 in your web browser.

Optional Step: Starting Domoticz on System Boot

If you want Domoticz to start automatically every time the system boots up, type the following command in the terminal:

sudo nano /etc/rc.local

Add the following line before the exit 0 statement:

/home/<username>/domoticz/domoticz &

Make sure to replace the <username> with your system username. Save the file and exit.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, you learned how to install Domoticz on Kali Linux. You can now control and monitor your home devices using the Domoticz web interface.