macOS is the name used for the current generation of operating systems for Mac computers. Apple's macOS team introduced it after the long-running OS X generation, which lasted from 2001 to 2016.
Here's a summary of the essential features:
- Mac App Store: It is one of the largest marketplaces for apps specifically designed for the Mac computers. Most of the apps you will ever need can be found here. It is a safe and convenient way to download apps without the need for passwords or activation procedures. Apple's team recently redesigned it, and we will be covering it in more detail in Chapter 10, Managing Apps and Documents.
- Built-in apps: These are essential apps that allow you to be productive from day one. They are built into macOS, bundled with the installer, and require no additional licenses. Examples of these apps are Mail, Messages, Reminders, Safari, Notes, and Contacts. We discuss many of the new and advanced features of these...