bwana
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Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 2.8.1@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: terminal shell command-line ssh unix macos
Install: brew install --cask bwana
About:
Bwana is a terminal emulator and shell environment designed specifically for macOS. It provides a highly integrated Unix command-line experience with native Mac features like Services, drag-and-drop, and file system access. This tool bridges the gap between the traditional macOS GUI and the power of a Unix shell.
Key Features:
  • Native macOS integration with Services and AppleScript
  • Tabbed interface with customizable profiles
  • Support for drag-and-drop file operations
  • Built-in SSH client and connection management
  • Unix shell environment with standard utilities
Use Cases:
  • System administrators managing remote servers via SSH
  • Developers requiring a native Mac terminal with Unix tools
  • Users migrating from Linux who need a familiar command-line environment
Alternatives:
  • Terminal – Built-in macOS terminal app with basic features
  • iTerm2 – More feature-rich with advanced customization
  • Warp – Modern terminal with AI features and collaborative editing
Version History
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Aug 5, 2025 2:16pm 2.8.1 0 VERSION_BUMP b5932326
Jul 9, 2024 3:41pm 2.8.1 0 VERSION_BUMP 6acc0fae