Upgrade to macOS Big Sur
Before installing this upgrade, make sure that your Mac is ready.
Check compatibility
macOS Big Sur supports most Mac models introduced in 2013 and later.
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The name of your macOS user account and the name of your home folder must both be the same. Changing these names does not change or reset the password of your user account.
Before you upgrade, make a complete backup with Time Machine, or store your files in iCloud. Dimitri dating sim mac os.
Learn how to back up your MacFree up space
- After four releases that cost $129, Apple dropped the operating system's upgrade price to $29 with 2009's OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard, and then to $19 with last year's OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion.
- The classic OS X 10.12, or rather macOS upgrade, introduced tons of features anyone would still want on their Mac. Because, it's well-tested and secure. Now we'll take a quick look at the legendary macOS Sierra upgrade. (In case you want to upgrade your Mac to macOS 10.13 High Sierra, check out this guide.).
- Great apps for your Mac. Right there on your Mac. The Mac App Store makes it easy to find and download Mac apps as well as widgets and extensions — like editing extensions for the new Photos app. You can browse Mac apps by category, such as games, productivity, music and more. Or do a quick search for something specific.
If the installer needs more storage space to upgrade, you can free up space using tools that come with your Mac.
Free up storage spaceDownload macOS Big Sur
If you're using macOS Mojave or later, choose Apple menu > System Preferences, then click Software Update. If you're using an earlier macOS, use the App Store instead.
Learn how to download and install macOS Big SurGo to the App StoreGet to know macOS Big Sur
Learn about some of the new features of macOS Big Sur.
Control Center
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Maps
Discover great places around the world and navigate easier with guides, cycling directions, indoor maps, Look Around, electric vehicle routing, and more.
Messages
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The name of your macOS user account and the name of your home folder must both be the same. Changing these names does not change or reset the password of your user account.
Before you upgrade, make a complete backup with Time Machine, or store your files in iCloud. Dimitri dating sim mac os.
Learn how to back up your MacFree up space
- After four releases that cost $129, Apple dropped the operating system's upgrade price to $29 with 2009's OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard, and then to $19 with last year's OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion.
- The classic OS X 10.12, or rather macOS upgrade, introduced tons of features anyone would still want on their Mac. Because, it's well-tested and secure. Now we'll take a quick look at the legendary macOS Sierra upgrade. (In case you want to upgrade your Mac to macOS 10.13 High Sierra, check out this guide.).
- Great apps for your Mac. Right there on your Mac. The Mac App Store makes it easy to find and download Mac apps as well as widgets and extensions — like editing extensions for the new Photos app. You can browse Mac apps by category, such as games, productivity, music and more. Or do a quick search for something specific.
If the installer needs more storage space to upgrade, you can free up space using tools that come with your Mac.
Free up storage spaceDownload macOS Big Sur
If you're using macOS Mojave or later, choose Apple menu > System Preferences, then click Software Update. If you're using an earlier macOS, use the App Store instead.
Learn how to download and install macOS Big SurGo to the App StoreGet to know macOS Big Sur
Learn about some of the new features of macOS Big Sur.
Control Center
A brand new camera mac os. Control Center brings favorite controls such as Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Do Not Disturb, and Sound together in a single place—so you can easily adjust them at any time.
Use Control CenterNotification Center
Notification Center puts notifications and>
Safari
Survive the walls mac os. Customize your start page, navigate with ease using the new tab bar, and access a new privacy report to see just how Safari protects your privacy as you browse. Abort this mac os. Everlast mac os.
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Maps
Discover great places around the world and navigate easier with guides, cycling directions, indoor maps, Look Around, electric vehicle routing, and more.
Messages
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Send messages to friends and family using new tools that make it easier to keep track of group conversations and give you fun, engaging ways to express yourself.
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