Apple - Mac OS X - Technical Specifications

New Features

Overview

Mac OS X is a super-modern operating system that combines the power and stability of UNIX with the legendary elegance of the Macintosh.

Mac OS X features a stunning new user interface called Aqua, making work and play on the Mac even more intuitive for new users, while providing powerful, customizable tools for professionals. At the foundation of Mac OS X lies an industrial-strength UNIX-based core operating system that delivers unprecedented stability and performance.

Key Features:

Aqua user interface

Simple and elegant design
Easy to use and intuitive for new users, with powerful features for professionals
Innovative organizational features such as the Exposé and Finder
Fully customizable to the way you work

Stability and Performance

UNIX-based core operating system provides industrial-strength foundation
Protected memory and advanced memory management increase system stability
Preemptive multitasking boosts system performance and responsiveness
Symmetric multiprocessing takes advantage of dual processor systems
Modern, standards-based networking offers seamless network integration
High-performance I/O architecture provides plug-and-play support for USB and FireWire peripherals

Designed for the Internet

Built-in best-of-class Internet applications include Mail, Safari and Internet Connect
Use a Mac.com email address, iDisk storage space and more
Get software updates over the Internet to keep your system up to date

Killer Graphics

Quartz Extreme(1) provides stunning onscreen graphics, PDF imaging and extensive font support
OpenGL powers intense 3D graphics
QuickTime 6 technology streams audio and video on the Internet

Easy transition

Easy installation and setup help get you up and running in minutes
Classic technology supports most of your current Mac OS 9 applications
“Built for Mac OS X” applications benefit from powerful new features

Included Applications:

Featured technologies:

Languages:

English, Japanese, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Swedish, Danish, Norwegian, Finnish,Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Korean, Brazilian Portuguese

Requirements:

Power Mac G3, G4 or G5
iMac
eMac
PowerBook G3 or G4
iBook computer with 128 MB of physical RAM
Built-in USB

Supported video cards: NVIDIA GeForce2 MX, GeForce3, GeForce4 MX, or GeForce4 Ti; any ATI AGP RADEON card. A minimum of 16MB VRAM required.
Requires a DVD-ROM-equipped Macintosh with built-in FireWire.
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.Mac and other Internet features require Internet access; fees may apply.

Ordering information

Mac OS X Panther
(Single User)
$129.00

Mac OS X Panther
(Family Pack - 5 license)
$199.00

Education pricing is also available.

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Xcode

Support

Mac OS X comes with onscreen help, a user guide, online support and 90 days of free telephone support. Mac Help is built into Mac OS X to provide comprehensive help and tips right on your desktop.

If your computer is less than a year old, you can purchase the AppleCare Protection Plan to extend your service and support to three full years. This comprehensive plan includes telephone support for Mac OS X and many Apple-branded consumer applications, Apple-certified repairs, web-based support resources and powerful diagnostic tools. For more information and other support options, visit the AppleCare site or call 800-823-2775.