Manage updates with the Download AppMac OS X 10.2 Jaguar
Manufacturer: Apple Part number: M8712LLA
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- Bottom Line:
- Take a good, hard look at Mac OS X 10.2 if you're adding a Mac to a Windows network--Jaguar's new tools can't be beat. But home users, beware the $129 upgrade price if you're not looking for networking options.
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CNET editors' review
Mac OS X 10.2 Jaguar price range: $199.99
- Reviewed by: John Rizzo
- Reviewed on: 08/21/2002
The good: Greatly improves Mac, Windows, and Internet networking; refines Web and hard drive search tool; upgrades performance and responsiveness; includes Bluetooth support; new discount for five-user licenses.
The bad: No upgrade pricing for copies of OS X purchased before July 17; bundled iChat 1.0 isn't as versatile as AIM; still no Google search in Sherlock.
The bottom line: Take a good, hard look at Mac OS X 10.2 if you're adding a Mac to a Windows network--Jaguar's new tools can't be beat. But home users, beware the $129 upgrade price if you're not looking for networking options.
User reviews
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Too Clunky!
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Summary: I have been using Mac OS since 7.0 came out in the early 90's. The latest vesion of the Mac OS just seems to get in the way. ...
Summary: I have been using Mac OS since 7.0 came out in the early 90's. The latest vesion of the Mac OS just seems to get in the way. It reminds me of a waiter at a restaurant who is always pestering you instead of serving you. Like waiters, the best OS is the one that serves you without being noticed and lets you get your work done. Frankly, all I want is an operating system that will run my apps and not crash. Apple has overdone it with OS X. It is pretty but it's always in your face. This wouldn't be so bad since you could always chose to load 9.2 or 10 whith a new computer. I was informed yesterday that all 2003 Macs are shipped with a chip on the motherboard that PREVENTS you from loading 9.2. I find it unbelievable that they would intentionally sabotage their own products to force you to use their new OS. If it is so great, why would they resort to these tactics? As I said, I have been a big fan of the Mac for over 10 years but now I'm seriously considering switching to PCs.
5 out of 5 users found this user opinion helpful.
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the Dysney OS
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Summary: An operating system is supposed to stay in the background, to help you use applications. When the OS tries to be the star, getting more and more bloated so that ...
Summary: An operating system is supposed to stay in the background, to help you use applications. When the OS tries to be the star, getting more and more bloated so that you need to buy bigger, and more expensive hardware, then it is a failure but also a way to hustle you.
5 out of 5 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Apple is beginning to unravel again
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Summary: I have two computers at home running Windows 98 and Windows XP. I just bought a Mac with this latest OS for my kids and wife. Summary: This new OS ...
Summary: I have two computers at home running Windows 98 and Windows XP. I just bought a Mac with this latest OS for my kids and wife. Summary: This new OS is for Mac users who naively believe the new Apple "Switch Adds" and who have been trained to think that they have found computing 'Holy Grail' and who believe that Macs never crash and who believe that that Mac are Roll Royces and who believe that form is more important than function and who believe that whining and complaining is a productive part of computing, etc, etc, etc..... as per Mac owners. Now, for the truth: the new operating system is already a window and will continue to be so until Apple drops its arrogance and start working with peripheral manufacturers and software developers for better support of their ware. YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED!
5 out of 5 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Apple's playing catch up
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Summary: DISCLAIMER: I have never used Jaguar. But here is my persepctive. 1. Loyal mac users are sent to the gutter to buy a simple upgrade. $129 upgrade or not. RIP ...
Summary: DISCLAIMER: I have never used Jaguar. But here is my persepctive. 1. Loyal mac users are sent to the gutter to buy a simple upgrade. $129 upgrade or not. RIP OFFF 2. the upgrade offers networkability, a few iapps, and compatibility. My thought is their playing catch up. Windows XP had a chat service, networkability, and more on the first release. And Windows Update doesnt cost anything and we get updates to all the default software loaded in XP. 3. Cool little things make Mac OS X Jaguar worth $30 not $129. RIP OFF stay with what you have or go to Windows XP.
5 out of 5 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Macs are worthless
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Summary: Upgrades like this to network with Windows machines wouldn't even be neccessary if macs would just accept their fate as being obsolete. Just get rid of them now and ...
Summary: Upgrades like this to network with Windows machines wouldn't even be neccessary if macs would just accept their fate as being obsolete. Just get rid of them now and forget about software like this, and get a superior PC, with Linux if you want stability.
5 out of 5 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Too little too late...
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Summary: I've given up on Mac... Jaguar has been released and it's still too slow. Apple's hardware is still way behind as well. After using Apple products for ...
Summary: I've given up on Mac... Jaguar has been released and it's still too slow. Apple's hardware is still way behind as well. After using Apple products for twenty years, I'm fed up. Goodbye, Apple, it's been nice knowing ya.
5 out of 5 users found this user opinion helpful.
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I could take a dump in a box...
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Summary: and slap a guarantee on it. I've got extra time. At the end of the day though, all that you've really bought is a guaranteed piece of s_h*...
Summary: and slap a guarantee on it. I've got extra time. At the end of the day though, all that you've really bought is a guaranteed piece of s_h*it . So if you really want quality, go with Windows XP and an AMD processor.
5 out of 5 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Why even bother
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Summary: Wake up, it was over for Apple a long time ago. Some of you have just been a little slow in figuring it out. They might have a chance if ...
Summary: Wake up, it was over for Apple a long time ago. Some of you have just been a little slow in figuring it out. They might have a chance if they port it to intel hardware.
5 out of 5 users found this user opinion helpful.
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I switched alright
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Summary: I used to be a loyal apple customers but it was moves like jaguar that made be build my own windows based pc last month. That and their terrible support ...
Summary: I used to be a loyal apple customers but it was moves like jaguar that made be build my own windows based pc last month. That and their terrible support for older machines like g3s. I am the customer their switch ads don't want you to see!
5 out of 5 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Wow Mac users get done again!
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Summary: I can't believe Mac charges for a minor upgrade. I guess when you decide to over pay for a Mac in the first place, throwing away money is just ...
Summary: I can't believe Mac charges for a minor upgrade. I guess when you decide to over pay for a Mac in the first place, throwing away money is just part of the appeal.
5 out of 5 users found this user opinion helpful.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Apple
- Part number: M8712LLA
- Description: Referred to by its code name, Jaguar, Mac OS X v10.2 is a different breed of operating system. Jaguar combines the rock-solid reliability of UNIX with the ease of use of Macintosh. This version of Mac OS X is as innovative as the computers that run it. And whether you're a Mac user who's upgrading, a Windows user who's looking at switching to the Mac or a UNIX user who loves the idea of using key applications like Microsoft Office on top of a state-of-the art BSD UNIX implementation, this is the OS for you. Mac OS X v10.2 is loaded with over 150 compelling new features - like an instant messaging client that's compatible with AOL, an enhanced Mail application that lets you filter out junk mail, an address book that's an activity center for all your contacts, and a full-featured search engine so useful that you'll soon feel lost without it. Mac OS X v10.2 also features QuickTime 6, the next-generation multimedia standard with support for MPEG-4 video. Quartz Extreme, the hardware accelerated, fully composited graphics system, gives it souped up 2D and 3D capabilities. Plus, it features a significantly enhanced Finder with spring-loaded folders. Rendezvous, a revolutionary technology that lets you create an instant network of computers and peripheral devices. Not to mention a host of features and capabilities that will impress hardcore UNIX users.
General
- Packaged Quantity 1
- Operating System Apple MacOS X 10.2
- Version 10.2
- License pricing Standard
Operating System
- License Type Complete package
- License Qty 1 user
- License Pricing Standard
- Media CD-ROM
- Package Type Retail
System Requirements
- Min Processor Type PowerPC G3
- Min RAM Size 128 MB
- Min Hard Drive Space 3 GB
- Peripheral / Interface Devices Graphics card,
CD-ROM
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