Downgrading gcc 6.1.1 to 5.4

Staatzee

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Jul 15, 2016
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I'm pretty new to use kali linux and I'm trying to install vmware so I can set up a lab for a school project. I've managed to download and install the vmware workstation trail but when I try to open it I get an error saying that my gcc needs to be 5.4 for compatibility.

I'm currently at 6.1.1. Can anyone please explain how I can do this? I've downloaded gcc 5.4 but I do not know how to enforce the downgrade.

Thanks for any assistance.