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Mac OS - Service Description

This document gives an overview of Mac OS.

Background

macOS is the operating system used in Apple computers. It is host to a number of proprietary applications such as iMovie, Pages, Garage Band, FaceTime, Photo Booth, and many more. macOS is well known for its ease of use, mainly due to its simple user interface. 

For complete Mac OS support information, please see Apple Product Support.

Support Conditions

The DoIT Help Desk provides support for the following versions of Mac OS:
  • macOS 10.12 (Sierra), 10.13 (High Sierra), 10.14 (Mojave), 10.15 (Catalina)
All UW students, faculty, and staff using a supported Mac OS are eligible for support.

Note: For operating systems older than 10.12, we provide best effort support. 



Keywords:mac OS macOS operating system apple product overview general information background handling Service Description   Doc ID:3264
Owner:Miles M.Group:DoIT Help Desk
Created:2004-10-04 18:00 CSTUpdated:2019-11-21 09:03 CST
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