Docker has become a popular tool for developers and sysadmins to manage and deploy applications. However, sometimes Docker may get stuck in the "starting" stage or the Docker daemon may not start, causing frustration for the users. In such cases, Colima can be a useful alternative. In this article, we will provide a step-by-step guide on how to install and start Colima.

Installing Colima

To install Colima, we will use Homebrew, a package manager for macOS. If you don't have Homebrew installed, you can follow the instructions on the Homebrew website to install it.

Once you have Homebrew installed, you can use the following command to install Colima:

brew install colima

Starting Colima

After installing Colima, you can start it using the following command:

colima start

Conclusion

Colima is a useful alternative for users who are facing issues with Docker. It provides a simple and straightforward way to install and start applications. For more information, you can visit the Colima repository on GitHub at https://github.com/abiosoft/colima.