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MacOS

MacOS is the operating system developed by Apple Inc. for its line of Mac computers. Known for its sleek user interface, security, and seamless integration with other Apple devices, macOS is widely used by professionals in creative, development, and business environments.

🍏 Key Features​

  • User Interface: Intuitive and visually appealing desktop environment.
  • Security: Built-in security features, regular updates, and Gatekeeper for app verification.
  • Integration: Works seamlessly with iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and iCloud.
  • UNIX-based: Offers a powerful terminal and developer tools.
  • App Ecosystem: Access to the Mac App Store and a wide range of productivity and creative applications.

💻 Useful Terminal Commands​

Hardware​

System information​

system_profiler -listDataTypes
system_profiler SPSoftwareDataType SPHardwareDataType

Get CPU info​

sysctl -a | grep machdep.cpu

📚 Resources​

📝 Notes​

  • macOS is based on Darwin, a UNIX-like OS.
  • Regularly updated with new features and security patches.
  • Popular among developers for its UNIX compatibility and native development tools (Xcode).