Oracle VirtualBox
brew install --cask virtualbox
v7.2.10,174163
Run multiple operating systems as virtual machines on your Mac.
Why you might care
Free and open-source virtualization for running Linux, Windows, or other OSes alongside macOS. Supports both Intel and ARM Macs, with no licensing cost. Ideal for testing, development, or running legacy software that requires a different OS.
1.5k
30-day installs · #228
5.1k
90-day · #203
29.5k
365-day · #142
Links
- https://www.virtualbox.org/
- Brew formula source: Casks/v/virtualbox.rb
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