Macintosh is a family of personal computers designed, developed, and marketed by Apple Inc. The Macintosh was the first commercially successful personal computer to use a graphical user interface (GUI) instead of a command-line interface. Since its introduction in 1984, the Macintosh has been one of the most popular types of home computer in terms of sales, with over 100 million units sold worldwide as of 2017.
The most recent models are powered by Intel processors running macOS Big Sur operating system, while earlier versions ran classic Mac OS and Unix-based OpenStep/Mach operating systems. All Macs feature built-in networking capabilities that allow users to access files stored on another machine or server over a local area network connection; some also include wireless capability for connecting to networks via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth technologies.
In addition to being used for traditional computing tasks such as word processing and web browsing, Macs offer support for more specialized applications including video editing software and digital audio workstations (DAWs). They are also frequently used as servers due to their stable platform architecture which allows them to handle large amounts data traffic with minimal slowdown or disruption.
The popularity of Macintosh among both consumers and professionals makes it an attractive option for those looking for a reliable desktop computer solution that offers good performance at a reasonable price point. Many third party vendors also offer accessories specifically designed for use with Macs such as external hard drives and memory upgrades which can help extend the life cycle and overall usefulness of these machines even further.
