lima ☆
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Description:
Linux virtual machines
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 2.0.3@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 25, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: virtualization linux macos containers development
Install: brew install lima
About:
Lima is a tool that launches Linux virtual machines with automatic file sharing and port forwarding. It simplifies running Linux containers and binaries on macOS by providing a lightweight VM management layer. Its primary value is seamless integration for developers needing Linux environments without complex configuration.
Key Features:
  • Automatic file sharing between host and VM
  • Port forwarding for network access
  • Support for multiple VM instances
  • Homebrew integration for easy installation
Use Cases:
  • Running Linux containers on macOS
  • Testing Linux-specific software builds
  • Developing cross-platform applications
Alternatives:
  • Docker Desktop – Heavier resource usage, includes full container engine
  • Multipass – Ubuntu-focused, different VM management approach
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Dec 26, 2025 3:04pm 2.0.3 0 VERSION_BUMP 27a887a7
Dec 25, 2025 11:14am 2.0.2 0 VERSION_BUMP 382feb50
Sep 11, 2025 1:42am 0 VERSION_BUMP 695207fe
Dec 27, 2024 9:29am 0 VERSION_BUMP 94e54cc0
Nov 8, 2024 3:42am 0 VERSION_BUMP 155b912a
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