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Chakra Linux 2017.03 Installation on VMware Workstation

This video tutorial shows Chakra Linux 2017 installation on VMware Workstation/Player step by step. This tutorial is also helpful to install Chakra Linux 2017.03 on physical computer or laptop hardware. We also install VMware Tools on Chakra Linux for better performance and usability features such as Fit Guest Now, Drag-Drop File and Clipboard Sharing.

Chakra Linux 2017 Installation Steps:

1. Download Chakra Linux 2017.03 ISO
2. Create Virtual Machine on VMware Workstation/Player
3. Start Chakra Linux Installation
4. Install VMware Tools
5. Test VMware Tools Features: Fit Guest Now, Drag-Drop File and Clipboard Sharing

Installing Chakra Linux 2017.03 on VMware Workstation

What is Chakra Linux?

Chakra is a Linux distribution originally based on Arch Linux and focused on the latest KDE software, intending to provide a KDE/Qt minimizing use of other widget toolkits where possible. The goal is provide a fast, user-friendly and powerful Live ISO and Linux distribution specifically made for the KDE Plasma desktop. It features a graphical installer, automatic hardware detection and configuration. Chakra Linux is especially made for those who truly want to learn something about Linux and yet not want to deal with excessive administrative overhead to enjoy the KDE Plasma desktop.
Chakra Linux Website: https://chakralinux.org/

Chakra Linux Minimum System Requirements

1. Intel Pentium 4 or higher processor, with 64 bit support (AMD64-ready CPU)
2. 1024 MB RAM for running the live system and 2 GiB of RAM for the installation, 2 Gb of RAM for virtualbox installation
3. Around 8 GiB of available hard disk space (the more the better)
4. Screen capable of 1024 x 768 or higher resolution
5. Reasonably fast internet connection

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