Bochs The Bochs Project
winget install --id=Bochs.Bochs -e Bochs is a highly portable open source IA-32 (x86) PC emulator written in C++, that runs on most popular platforms. It includes emulation of the Intel x86 CPU, common I/O devices, and a custom BIOS. Bochs can be compiled to emulate many different x86 CPUs, from early 386 to the most recent x86-64 Intel and AMD processors which may even not reached the market yet. Bochs is capable of running most Operating Systems inside the emulation including Linux, DOS or Microsoft Windows. Bochs was originally written by Kevin Lawton and is currently maintained by this project. Bochs can be compiled and used in a variety of modes, some which are still in development. The 'typical' use of bochs is to provide complete x86 PC emulation, including the x86 processor, hardware devices, and memory. This allows you to run OS's and software within the emulator on your workstation, much like you have a machine inside of a machine. For instance, let's say your workstation is a Unix/X11 workstation, but you want to run Win'95 applications. Bochs will allow you to run Win 95 and associated software on your Unix/X11 workstation, displaying a window on your workstation, simulating a monitor on a PC.
Bochs is an open-source IA-32 (x86) PC emulator designed to provide highly portable x86 emulation across various platforms. It emulates the Intel x86 CPU, common I/O devices, and a custom BIOS, enabling users to run a wide range of operating systems and software within the emulation environment.
Key Features:
- Emulation of multiple x86 CPUs, from early 386 to the latest x86-64 processors.
- Support for running diverse operating systems, including Linux, DOS, and Microsoft Windows.
- Built-in debugger for detailed analysis and troubleshooting.
- Flexible compilation modes, allowing users to tailor Bochs to specific needs.
Audience & Benefit: Ideal for developers, researchers, and educators who require x86 emulation for testing, development, or educational purposes. Bochs enables the seamless execution of x86-based systems on non-x86 platforms, facilitating cross-platform compatibility and experimentation.
Bochs can be installed via winget, ensuring easy integration into your workflow.