# macOS

Tool · [Standard tools and platforms](https://ecosystem.samcarlton.com/tools)

Also called: Mac OS, MacOS, OS X

Apple's [operating system](https://ecosystem.samcarlton.com/operating-system) for Mac computers.

**For example:** A [founder](https://ecosystem.samcarlton.com/founder) builds the [first version](https://ecosystem.samcarlton.com/mvp) of a desktop app for macOS because her early users are designers on Macs.

Official site: <https://www.apple.com/macos/>

## Connects to (7)

- [Operating system](https://ecosystem.samcarlton.com/operating-system): The base software that runs a computer or phone, such as Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS or Android.
- [Windows](https://ecosystem.samcarlton.com/windows): Microsoft's operating system for personal computers, the most common one on office desktops and laptops.
- [Linux](https://ecosystem.samcarlton.com/linux): A free, open-source operating system family.
- [Xcode](https://ecosystem.samcarlton.com/xcode): Apple's free app for building software for iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Watch.
- [Apple Notes](https://ecosystem.samcarlton.com/apple-notes): The free note-taking app built into iPhones, iPads and Macs.
- [Ghostty](https://ecosystem.samcarlton.com/ghostty): A free, open-source terminal app for macOS and Linux, known for speed.
- [Safari](https://ecosystem.samcarlton.com/safari): Apple's web browser, built into iPhones, iPads and Macs.

Map view: https://ecosystem.samcarlton.com/macos