MacOS

The essentials of the macOS system

Please find below your free information on the essentials of how to use your Macintosh computer. Although this information is useful for Help Desk professionals, it should prove to be useful to anyone with a Macintosh running macOS (previously called OS X) wanting to gather reasonably quick advice on how to get the most out of your macOS.

Please note that every reasonable effort has been made to ensure the information presented in this section is accurate and up-to-date, it should not be seen as a substitute for the standard user's manual or other professional advice. Rather it should complement and guide you through some of the more common problems associated with your computer, software and external hardware devices, especially on a Macintosh computer running macOS.

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Contents

  1. ABOUT THE OS
    Apple's latest operating system
  2. GETTING STARTED
    Customising your experience
  3. SYSTEM STABILITY
    Check List for macOS
  4. BIBLIOGRAPHY
    Further reading

Additional Topics

  1. PROBLEM-SOLVING ON A MACINTOSH
    The General Approach
  2. SHEEPSHAVER
    The Return of the Classic Environment