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The first Mac software was called System 1 and it was released on January 24, 1984, and there have been 30 major updates since. Apple rebranded to Mac OS with the release of mac OS 8 on July 26, 1997.

Choosing an operating system in 2026 requires more thought than ever. Windows, macOS, Linux, and ChromeOS each offer unique strengths in hardware compatibility, software support, and user experience.