Tag: macos

  • Building the kernel on macOS natively

    Building the kernel on macOS natively

    I’ve recently added a Linux compatibility layer to Starina operating system based on a lightweight VM approach similar to WSL2. I can cross-compile its init program with Cargo. I can prepare a container image contents using skopeo. However, I need to build the genuine Linux kernel, preferably on my daily driver: macOS. The most common way to…

  • How to Share Files Between Mac and Linux

    How to Share Files Between Mac and Linux

    Sharing files between a Mac and a Linux machine isn’t complicated. You can do it easily and securely, using practical tools and methods designed for seamless cross-platform sharing. The SMB (Server Message Block) protocol is a widely used standard for sharing files and network resources, including printers using CUPS. It enables seamless communication between different…

  • Asahi Brings Better Gaming To Apple Mx

    Asahi Brings Better Gaming To Apple Mx

    For those of you longing for better gaming on an Apple Silicon device, Asahi Linux is here to help. While Apple’s own line of CPUs are relatively new kids on the block, they’ve still been around for four years now, giving hackers ample time to dissect their innards. The team behind Asahi Linux has now…

  • Run Fedora on Apple Silicon Macs

    Run Fedora on Apple Silicon Macs

    You Can Now Run Fedora Linux on Apple Silicon Macs! Want to run Linux on your M1 or M2 Mac? You can now run Fedora Linux on most Apple Silicon Macs, including all models of M1 and M2 MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, Mac mini, Mac Studio, or iMacs. Fedora Asahi Remix is the first full…

  • Steam Drops Support on macOS

    Steam Drops Support on macOS

    Valve Software’s latest update announcement for the Steam client contains news for both Mac and Linux users – and the portents should concern not only gamers. The latest update on the Steam client mentions several improvements for Linux users – but it also links to an end of support announcement for users on macOS 10.13…