What is Apple Hypervisor?

Create virtualization solutions using a lightweight hypervisor that functions without relying on external kernel extensions. This hypervisor provides C APIs, allowing direct interaction with virtualization technologies in user space, thus removing the necessity for kernel extensions (KEXTs). As a result, applications developed with this framework can be easily distributed through the Mac App Store. Utilize this framework to create and oversee hardware-assisted virtual machines and virtual processors (VMs and vCPUs) within your authorized and sandboxed user-space application. The Hypervisor treats virtual machines as processes and virtual processors as threads, which streamlines the development experience. It is crucial to understand that the Hypervisor framework requires specific hardware capabilities to effectively virtualize resources. For devices running on Apple silicon, this involves the essential Virtualization Extensions, while Intel-based Macs must have systems that feature Intel VT-x technologies, including Extended Page Tables (EPT) and Unrestricted Mode. This framework, therefore, lays down a solid groundwork for crafting sophisticated virtualization solutions that are well-suited for contemporary computing environments, ensuring both performance and reliability. Furthermore, the emphasis on user-space applications enhances security by isolating the virtualization processes from the core operating system.

Integrations

Offers API?:
Yes, Apple Hypervisor provides an API

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Company Facts

Company Name:
Apple
Date Founded:
1976
Company Location:
United States
Company Website:
developer.apple.com/documentation/hypervisor

Product Details

Deployment
Mac
Training Options
Documentation Hub
Video Library
Support
Standard Support
Web-Based Support

Product Details

Target Company Sizes
Individual
1-10
11-50
51-200
201-500
501-1000
1001-5000
5001-10000
10001+
Target Organization Types
Mid Size Business
Small Business
Enterprise
Freelance
Nonprofit
Government
Startup
Supported Languages
English

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Apple Hypervisor Customer Reviews

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  • Reviewer Name: Samantha H.
    Position: Digital Marketing Specialist
    Has used product for: 2+ Years
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Operating System that Makes Sense

    Date: Mar 28 2022
    Summary

    Having the operating system on my device is such a game-changer. So glad that's how most technology operates now.

    Positive

    I use all Apple products and it has been such a benefit to be able to operate by userspace and just depend on my device.

    Negative

    Products are more expensive and then can also sometimes crash.

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