Error Fix Could not get lock /var/lib/dpkg/lock" Error - How to Fix It

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This is one of the most common errors in Kali Linux when trying to install or update software. It happens because the package management system is locked by another process. To fix this, follow these steps:​

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Open your terminal.​

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sudo rm /var/lib/dpkg/lock
sudo rm /var/lib/apt/lists/lock
sudo dpkg --configure -a
sudo apt update
sudo apt upgrade

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This will clear the lock and allow you to proceed with updates and installations.​