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OrbStack

Fast, light, simple Docker containers & Linux machines
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OrbStack is the fast, light, and easy way to run Docker containers and Linux machines. It's a supercharged WSL and Docker Desktop alternative, all in one easy-to-use app.

Say goodbye to slow, clunky containers and VMs. Develop at lightspeed with our Docker Desktop alternative. Get started

Why OrbStack?

  • ⚡️ Lightning Fast. Starts in 2 seconds, optimized network and file system, Rosetta emulation.
  • 💨 Feather Light. Low CPU and disk usage, battery-friendly, works with less memory, native Swift app.
  • 🍰 Effortlessly Simple. Automatic domain names and migration, CLI & file system integration, VPN and SSH support.
  • ⚙️ Powerful. Run Docker containers, Kubernetes, and Linux distros. Manage containers quickly from your menu bar. Explore volume and image files.

Check the website for demos, or see what we're up to in the changelog.

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    Xterm/VT100 Terminal emulator in Swift

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    Golang keychain package for iOS and macOS

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    Fast, stable, flexible SwiftUI wrapper for AppKit's NSOutlineView

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    Go parser for ssh_config files

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    Secure Linux file system operations scoped to an arbitrary root directory, without chroot

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