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Apple's Macintosh computers use Apple's operating system known as OSX. The current version is OSX 10.8.#. Macintosh computers can also run the Windows and Linux operating systems, but those systems are not included in the purchase of the computer.

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What are the 2 types of computer operating system?

The 2 main operating systems using on computers are Microsoft Windows and Apple Mac OS. Windows is available on all PCs and Mac OS is available on any Apple Computer.


What operating system is used in Apple Macintosh computers?

There are 2 major OS for Macintosh computers: the original, Mac OS 9 or earlier, which was a single threaded system. Now there is Mac OS X, a UNIX based operating system, found on later computers. Modern Intel based Macs can run Windows and Linux as well as Mac OS X.The original Apple computers, including the Macintosh had a proprietary operating system named Mac OS and ran on Motorola 68000 processors and its descendants: 68020, 68030, 68040. Starting in 1994, Macintosh starting using the IBM PowerPc processors: PowerPC 601, 603, 604, G3, G4, G5.In 2006, Apple switched to Intel processors running with Mac OS X (Macintosh Operating System version 10), an implementation of the Unix operating system.


What the advantage for an operating system designer of using a virtual machine?

A virtual machine will provide generic hardware that can be found in many other computers. Having a virtual machine eliminates the need to have either a second system, or to reboot to test their operating system.


Can two computers using the same Internet connection use the same operating system product key?

No, you will have to have separate license key for each computer.


What is unique operating system?

Every operating system is unique to the person who is using it!

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What are the 2 types of computer operating system?

The 2 main operating systems using on computers are Microsoft Windows and Apple Mac OS. Windows is available on all PCs and Mac OS is available on any Apple Computer.


What operating system is used in Apple Macintosh computers?

There are 2 major OS for Macintosh computers: the original, Mac OS 9 or earlier, which was a single threaded system. Now there is Mac OS X, a UNIX based operating system, found on later computers. Modern Intel based Macs can run Windows and Linux as well as Mac OS X.The original Apple computers, including the Macintosh had a proprietary operating system named Mac OS and ran on Motorola 68000 processors and its descendants: 68020, 68030, 68040. Starting in 1994, Macintosh starting using the IBM PowerPc processors: PowerPC 601, 603, 604, G3, G4, G5.In 2006, Apple switched to Intel processors running with Mac OS X (Macintosh Operating System version 10), an implementation of the Unix operating system.


What is a common way of sharing resources on a peer to peer network is by modifying the controls using the computers operating system?

Depends on what is modifying the controls is using the computers system is operationg.


Does apple MacBook have Windows 7?

Apple computers use their own operating system called Mac OS X. Windows 7 can be purchased and installed on a MacBook if required.


Can you put ilife 09 on a PC instead of a mac?

The iLife '09 software is only available for Apple computers running Mac OS X. It will not work on a computer using the Windows operating system.


How do Asus notebooks compare to Apple notebooks?

Both Apple and Asus produce quality notebooks at a range of prices. Asus, of course, provides notebooks primarily using the Windows operating system, while Apple has their proprietary operating system.


Can auto desk 3dsmax can run with mac book pro?

3ds Max is only available for the Windows operating system. Autodesk advises (See links below) that Apple® computers based on Intel processors and running Microsoft operating systems are supported using Apple's Boot Camp. Virtual machine environments are currently not supported.


What are the disadvantages of using apple mac instead of PC?

The Apple Mac is a personal computer (PC). Apple Macs can be down graded by running the Windows operating system on them like most other PCs. There are no disadvantages in using an Apple Mac.


Can everyone use MAC which is sold by Apple?

Anyone can use an Apple Mac computer. It is different from using a Windows based operating system, but these days the two are very similar. It may take some adjustment and learning to get used to the new operating system.


What computers do Google use?

unix "Google (GOOG) will no longer use Microsoft (MSFT) Windows internally. New employees will be given the option of using Apple's (AAPL) Mac OSX or PCs that run the open-source operating system Linux. "


Can a PC run Mac games?

Software is written to work with a particular operating system. Games written to work with Mac OS X will not work on computers using the Windows operating system and vice versa.


Do apple computers get hot?

Yes. All computers generate heat when using energy.