GhostVM

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    "Parallels Desktop",
    "UTM",
    "VMware Fusion"
  ],
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            "~/Library/HTTPStorages/org.ghostvm.ghostvm",
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            "~/Library/Preferences/org.ghostvm.ghostvm.plist"
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  "desc": "Native macOS Virtual Machines for Apple Silicon",
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  "homepage": "https://ghostvm.org/",
  "homepage_og_description": "Mac virtual machine for secure development. Run isolated macOS workspaces for AI agents, sandboxed code, and untrusted projects. Apple Silicon native.",
  "homepage_og_image": "https://ghostvm.org/images/screenshots/hero-screenshot.jpg",
  "homepage_title": "GhostVM - Mac Virtual Machine for Secure Development",
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  "last_seen": "2026-06-20T00:47:34+00:00",
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  "one_liner": "Native macOS virtual machine for Apple Silicon to run isolated workspaces and sandboxed code.",
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  "raw_hash": "63a42e77260b6363",
  "ruby_source_path": "Casks/g/ghostvm.rb",
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  "version": "2.11.0",
  "why_use_this": "GhostVM lets you safely run untrusted code, AI agents, or experimental projects in isolated macOS environments without affecting your host system. It\u0027s built specifically for Apple Silicon Macs, offering native performance and seamless integration. Useful for developers who need sandbox testing or security-conscious users running third-party tools."
}