macOS

macOS is a Unix operating system developed and marketed by Apple Inc. since 2001. It is the primary operating system for Apple's Mac computers. Within the market of desktop and laptop computers it is the second most widely used desktop OS, after Microsoft Windows and ahead of ChromeOS.

Default user interface: Aqua (Graphical user interface)

Initial release date: 24 March 2001

Developer: Apple

Original author: Apple

Latest release: 12.5 (21G72) (July 20, 2022; 9 days ago)

Programming languages: C++, Swift, Objective-C, Assembly language

OS family: Unix, Macintosh operating systems

General Requirements

• OS X 10.9 or later.
• 4GB of memory.
• 12.5GB of available storage (OS X El Capitan 10.11.5 or later)*
• Some features require an Apple ID; terms apply.
• Some features require a compatible internet service provider; fees may apply.