OrbStack is a fast and lightweight alternative to Docker Desktop and WSL, designed to run Docker containers and Linux machines with minimal overhead. It leverages optimized networking, VirtioFS file sharing, and Rosetta x86 emulation for performance. OrbStack integrates seamlessly with existing workflows via CLI tools, file sharing, and remote SSH editing. Its native Swift app uses low CPU and disk usage, ensuring battery efficiency. Key features include support for Kubernetes, multiple Linux distributions, and robust connectivity for containers and machines, facilitating efficient development and testing environments. It provides features like instant startup, local domain names, and VPN-friendly networking.
OrbStack is a fast and lightweight alternative to Docker Desktop and WSL, designed to run Docker containers and Linux machines with minimal overhead.
Explore all tools that specialize in containerization. This domain focus ensures OrbStack delivers optimized results for this specific requirement.
Explore all tools that specialize in run and manage docker containers. This domain focus ensures OrbStack delivers optimized results for this specific requirement.
Enables running x86 containers and Linux machines on Apple Silicon using Rosetta, providing compatibility for legacy applications.
Optimized file sharing mechanism between the host and containers/VMs, leveraging Virtio for high-performance I/O operations.
Accelerated network stack for containers and VMs, providing low-latency and high-throughput communication.
OrbStack is built as a native Swift application, ensuring low resource consumption and high performance on macOS.
Integrates seamlessly with VPNs and DNS configurations, resolving connectivity issues that are common in containerized environments.
Download and install the OrbStack application.
Start the application to initiate the setup process.
Configure Docker settings, if migrating from Docker Desktop.
Create and manage containers using Docker commands.
Set up Linux machines using the OrbStack interface or CLI.
Integrate with VS Code or other editors for remote development.
Utilize OrbStack's networking features for container connectivity.
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