On This Day in Tech History

In 2001, Apple released Mac OS X, a revolutionary new operating system that was a complete departure from its earlier Macintosh operating systems. Mac OS X was built on a Unix-based foundation and featured a new user interface called Aqua, which included features like translucent windows and a Dock for easy access to frequently-used applications. The operating system also included powerful features for digital media, such as support for high-quality audio and video and a new application called iTunes for managing music libraries. Mac OS X became a major success for Apple and played a key role in the company's resurgence in the early 2000s. Today, Mac OS X has evolved into macOS and continues to be a cornerstone of Apple's product line.