threads · Mar 1, 2026

I got the first version of #GhostVM running with an agent in under 30 minutes.

The only problem: I didn't use it.

GhostVM 0.0.1 lacked features that today make it usable.

I couldn't copy-paste between guest and host OS.

I could share a directory, but I had to decide on boot.

GhostVM 2.4.0 has many features that make it feel just like an application. Today I barefly notice the VM layer.

Copy-Paste is seamless. Or mostly seamless.

Copy-buffers can contain sensitive data, the VM guest does not have immediate access. You must approve from a quick permission prompt.

(You can always allow, if you prefer)

Copy-Paste also supports rich data types. You can screenshot an image, switch into the VM and paste the image without any intermediate files.