System requirements by OS for local LLMs
What macOS, Linux, and Windows each need to run a local LLM in 2026. Native Windows now works smoothly; WSL2 for Linux power users; Mac is the smoothest path; Linux gives you the most knobs.
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Install Git
Install Git on macOS, Linux, and Windows. Configure your name and email so commits are attributed correctly. Verify the install in one command.
Install Homebrew
Install Homebrew, the de-facto package manager on macOS. The one-line installer, PATH setup for Apple Silicon, and how to verify it works.