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A hidden virtual desktop for developers running computer-use AI agents on macOS

People running computer-use agents (Claude computer use and similar) on their own Mac get their real desktop hijacked for the whole run, because the agent's window is always on top and it drives the actual mouse and keyboard. Some are literally considering buying a second Mac mini just to have a machine the agent can occupy, which shows real willingness to spend money to solve this.

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    1 independent platforms · 1 related discussions

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    42 days ago

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