Powerful Linux-native virtualization for users comfortable with the tools around it.

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Run macOS on Windows using a virtual machine like VirtualBox or VMware. Enable virtualization, disable Hyper-V, allocate sufficient RAM and storage, load a macOS ISO, and follow setup steps to install ...

Qubes OS defines itself modestly as “a reasonably secure operating system.” It might actually be one of the safest operating systems, often used by pros who are most concerned with computer security.

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Polished Mac virtualization that still has to justify its price.