22. Mac OS

• First introduced in 1984 with Macintosh computers

• Current version: Mac OS X (ten)

• Mac OS X can work on Intel-based computers

• Growing Markets: education, desktop publishing, graphics

• Noteworthy features:

  • Support for graphics and multimedia capabilities

  • Use of the Finder program to provide the desktop

  • Superior Plug and Play capabilities

  • Excellent support for multitasking

• Mac OS X desktop is intuitive and easy to use