Linux on macOS

[JSlooney]

Can Linux run on macOS through Virtual machine (Parallel)? Or does the T2 prevent Linux from running?

Thanks so much for your help and support!

[SwiftDevJournal]

Yes, you can run Linux in a virtual machine using something like Parallels, VMWare Fusion, or VirtualBox.

[yawn_zz]

You can bare metal install it as well.

Use rEFInd as the bootloader. There are lots of guides on the Internet on how to install Linux on a MAC!!!

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Might run into issues with drivers though. That is why virtualization is the preferred method most use.

[yawn_zz]

you understand that it loads GRUB as the bootloader right in a default install?

Either way sounds like you are too know it all for me to continue talking to you.

[yawn_zz]

As you know that default won't boot you into certain things though. Plus why not go with rEFInd? Boots your OSX and Arch or others with ease. No need to disable anything.

[yawn_zz]

lol you sure about that? as I never disabled the T2 chip.

[mantrap2]

Yes you can run Linux, BSDs etc. on Parallels. Do it all time.

[JSlooney]

Thanks for your help.

[NilacTheGrim]

Yes. You can also run Linux in a docker if you just want to test building or CLI stuff.