Apple enables native Linux containers on macOS

Apple introduced "Containerization," a new framework and CLI tool at WWDC 2025, enabling native Linux container support on macOS, eliminating the need for third-party tools. This allows developers to run Linux containers as lightweight virtual machines. The Swift-based framework runs each Linux container in its own lightweight virtual machine, enhancing security and performance. It offers dedicated resources, per-container directory sharing, and optimized startup times, providing a secure and efficient environment. Available with macOS 26, the open-source Containerization framework and CLI tool offer Docker-like commands. This move positions Apple in the containerization space, joining existing open-source alternatives like Podman.