UTM
brew install --cask utm
v4.7.5
Native macOS UI for running virtual machines via QEMU emulation.
Why you might care
UTM is free and open-source, offering a lightweight alternative to paid virtualization tools like Parallels or VMware. It supports ARM and x86 architecture emulation, making it useful for testing multiple OS environments or running Linux without licensing fees.
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30-day installs · #74
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90-day · #78
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365-day · #83
Links
- https://mac.getutm.app/
- Brew formula source: Casks/u/utm.rb
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