Over 350 applications for Mac OS X are shipping today, with hundreds more coming by this summer. “We can’t wait for Mac users around the globe to experience its stability, power and elegance.”
“Mac OS X is the most important software from Apple since the original Macintosh operating system in 1984 that revolutionized the entire industry,” said Steve Jobs, Apple’s CEO. Mac OS X is the world’s most advanced operating system, combining the power and openness of UNIX with the legendary ease of use and broad applications base of Macintosh. CUPERTINO, California-March 21, 2001-Apple today announced that beginning this Saturday, March 24, customers can buy Mac OS X in retail stores around the world.