How to Run Linux Apps on Mac

If you're a developer, you know how exciting it is to create applications that can run across multiple operating systems. In this article, we'll explore how to create a .NET Core console application that can run on Windows, Linux, and macOS.

To get started, let's create a framework-dependent app using Visual Studio 2017. This will allow us to create an application that requires the .NET Core framework to be installed on the machine where it runs.

Creating a Framework-Dependent App

First, open Visual Studio 2017 and select the 'Console App (.NET Core)' project type. Then, create the project by clicking 'File' > 'New Project' and selecting 'Console App (.NET Core)'. This will create a new project that we can use to build our application.

Running the App on Mac

To run the app on a Mac, you'll need access to a Mac running macOS 10.12 or later version. Additionally, you'll need Visual Studio 2017 any edition (update 2 or higher) installed on your Windows machine. This will allow you to create and debug your application using Visual Studio.

Once you have everything set up, you can run the app on your Mac by publishing it as a framework-dependent app. This means that the .NET Core framework needs to be installed on the machine where the app runs.

Differences Between Framework-Dependent and Self-Contained Apps

There are two main differences between framework-dependent apps and self-contained apps:

* Framework-dependent apps require the .NET Core framework to be installed on the machine where they run.

* Self-contained apps contain everything the app needs to run, including the .NET Core framework.

If you want your app to run on multiple operating systems, a framework-dependent app is a good choice. This way, you can create an app that runs on Windows, Linux, and macOS without having to publish separate versions for each operating system.

In this article, we've explored how to create a .NET Core console application that can run on multiple operating systems, including Linux and Mac. We've also discussed the differences between framework-dependent and self-contained apps and how to choose the right approach for your project. With these skills, you'll be able to build desktop applications that run across multiple platforms and architectures.

How to run linux apps on mac