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Description:
Remote desktop software
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 9.2.18_1@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 18, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @NoMachineCorp  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Networking
Tags: remote-desktop vnc nx-protocol remote-access gui
Install: brew install --cask nomachine
About:
NoMachine is a high-performance remote desktop application that provides fast and secure access to graphical desktop environments over a network. It uses its custom NX protocol to deliver low-latency screen transmission, enabling smooth interaction even over slower connections. This makes it a powerful alternative to VNC or RDP for managing remote systems graphically.
Key Features:
  • High-performance NX protocol for low-bandwidth environments
  • Full desktop stream with audio, video, and file transfer
  • End-to-end encryption for secure connections
  • Support for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS
Use Cases:
  • Remote system administration of headless servers with GUI
  • Telecommuting to access a powerful office workstation from home
  • Providing remote technical support to users
Alternatives:
  • Microsoft Remote Desktop – Built-in to Windows, but often limited cross-platform support compared to NoMachine
  • RealVNC – A popular alternative, though NoMachine is often cited for better performance with media-heavy content
  • TeamViewer – Focuses more on ad-hoc support sessions, whereas NoMachine excels at persistent access
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Dec 18, 2025 5:23pm 9.2.18_1 0 VERSION_BUMP 47c2b6b5
Aug 5, 2025 2:21pm 8.16.1_2 0 VERSION_BUMP 3659aa50
Jul 26, 2024 4:14pm 8.13.1_4 0 VERSION_BUMP 2571eab3