更新您的Mac会添加重要的安全修复程序，以保护它免受恶意软件和其他漏洞的侵害。它还为操作系统添加了新功能，例如Universal Control ，它可以让你用一个鼠标来
控制你的 iPad 和Mac 。
如果您想知道您拥有的是哪个版本的 Apple macOS，我们随时为您提供帮助。
为什么你应该关心苹果的Mac更新
虽然您并不总是需要处于更新的前沿，但定期检查Mac上的新功能并进行更新仍然是件好事。
您的Mac已预先配置为自动下载重要的安全修复程序。如果Apple发布其中之一，您根本不需要做任何事情。但是，不太重要的安全更新、Safari 浏览器的新功能(new features for the Safari browser)以及新的Apple应用程序（例如快捷方式）都是每个新版本 macOS 的一部分。
如果您安装 macOS 更新，您也可能会获得性能和电池寿命的提升。这就是为什么最好让您的Mac保持最新状态。
有时，人们对立即更新到较新版本的 macOS 持谨慎态度，因为它可能会破坏与某些应用程序的兼容性。如果第三方应用程序对您的工作流程至关重要，您应该在安装 macOS 软件更新之前检查它们是否兼容。在这种情况下，您可以阻止 macOS 安装更新(stop macOS from installing an update)。
与Microsoft Windows或 Google 的Android不同，macOS 更新同时提供给所有符合条件的机器。您不必等待几个月的更新或做任何不寻常的事情来下载它。如果您熟悉 iPhone 上的 iOS 更新过程，那么您将毫无困难地理解 macOS 更新的工作原理。
如何检查您拥有的 macOS
版本(Version)
有几种简单的方法可以检查您拥有的 macOS 版本。最简单的方法是单击屏幕左上角的Apple菜单，然后选择 About This (Apple)Mac。
您将看到一个名称，例如 macOS Big Sur，后跟一个版本号。
如何更新到最新版本(Latest Version)的 macOS
虽然旧版本的 macOS 会通过Mac App Store发布更新，但新版本不再是这种情况。要检查 macOS 更新，请转到Apple菜单> System Preferences > Software Update。
您的Mac将检查更新并让您知道是否有更多更新可供您下载。在下载之前，请务必备份您的 Mac(back up your Mac)，以免在软件更新出现问题时丢失任何数据。
在此之后，您可以继续下载可用的新版本。值得注意的是，这个过程对于基于 Intel 的Mac(Macs)和基于 Apple 自家 M 系列处理器的 Mac 是相同的。
哪个是最新版本(Latest Version)的 macOS？
在撰写本文时，macOS 的最新版本是 macOS Monterey，版本号是 12.4。苹果(Apple)还宣布了 macOS Ventura，计划于 2022 年秋季发布。
如果您使用的是旧版 macOS，则您可能没有资格获得 macOS Catalina、macOS Mojave、macOS High Sierra或其他旧版Mac操作系统以外的更新。这将帮助您检查您的Mac是否运行它支持的最新版本的 macOS。
以下是各种Mac操作系统版本的最新版本号：
- macOS 12 蒙特雷：12.5.1
- macOS 11 大苏尔：11.6.8
- macOS 10.15 卡塔利娜：10.15.7
- macOS 10.14 莫哈韦：10.14.6
- macOS 10.13 高山脉：10.13.6
- macOS 10.12 山脉：10.12.6
- OS X 埃尔卡皮坦：10.11.6
- OS X 优胜美地：10.10.5
- OS X 小牛队：10.9.5
- OS X 山狮：10.8.5
- OS X 狮子：10.7.5
- Mac OS X 雪豹：10.6.8
- Mac OS X 豹：10.5.8
- Mac OS X 老虎：10.4.11
- Mac OS X 黑豹：10.3.9
- Mac OS X 捷豹：10.2.8
- Mac OS X 彪马：10.1.5
- Mac OS X 猎豹：10.0.4
Apple在其网站上(on its website)维护着最新版本的 macOS 列表。您可以使用任何浏览器（例如Chrome或Safari）来检查网页并确认您使用的是最新版本的 macOS。
您的Mac(Mac Compatible)与 macOS Monterey兼容吗？
这些Mac(Macs)与 macOS 12 Monterey 兼容：
- MacBook Pro（2015 年初及更新机型）
- MacBook Air（2015 年初及更新机型）
- MacBook（2016 年初及更新机型）
- iMac Pro (2017)
- iMac（2015 年末及更新机型）
- Mac mini（2014 年末及更新机型）
- Mac 工作室 (2022)
- Mac Pro（2013 年末及更新机型）
您可以前往Apple菜单 > 关于本机查看您的(Mac)Mac型号。
您的Mac(Mac Compatible)是否与 macOS Ventura兼容？
以下Mac(Macs)与 macOS 16 Ventura 兼容：
- iMac（2017 年及更新版本）
- Mac Pro（2019 年及更新版本）
- iMac Pro (2017)
- Mac 工作室 (2022)
- MacBook Air（2018 年及更新版本）
- Mac mini（2018 年及更新版本）
- MacBook Pro（2017 年及更新版本）
- MacBook（2017 年及更新版本）
享受每次更新
现在您确定了最新版本的 macOS，您可以继续在您的Mac上安装它。如果您在使用 macOS 更新时遇到问题，我们已经为您提供了保障(we’ve got you covered)。您可能还想阅读如何修复(how to fix a mac software update that’s stuck)在安装过程中卡住的 mac 软件更新。
较新(Newer)版本的 macOS 通过将iPhone 的 Shortcuts 应用程序(iPhone’s Shortcuts app)引入Mac添加了有用的自动化功能。话虽如此，如果(Having)Apple放弃对您的Mac的支持，有时无法更新到更新版本。
在这种情况下，更新到最新版本 macOS 的唯一方法是购买与最新版本兼容的Mac 。如果您最终购买了一台新电脑以安装最新版本的 macOS，请不要忘记尝试这些应用程序，让您的 Mac 更上一层楼(try these apps to take your Mac to the next level)。
What Version of macOS Do I Have?
Updating your Mac adds crucial security fixes that рrotеct it from malwаre and other vulnerabilities. Іt alsо adds new features to the operating system, such as Universal Control, which lets уou control your iPad and Mac with a single mouse.
If you are wondering what version of Apple’s macOS you have, we’re here to help.
Why You Should Care About Apple’s Mac Updates
While you don’t always need to be on the bleeding edge of updates, it’s still good to periodically check what’s new on the Mac and to update it.
Your Mac is pre-configured to download critical security fixes automatically. If Apple issues one of these, you don’t need to do anything at all. However, less critical security updates, new features for the Safari browser, and new Apple apps such as Shortcuts are all a part of each new release of macOS.
If you install macOS updates, you’re likely to receive performance and battery life boosts too. That’s why it’s a good idea to keep your Mac up-to-date.
Sometimes, people are wary of immediately updating to newer versions of macOS because it may break compatibility with certain apps. If third-party apps are crucial to your workflow, you should check if they’re compatible before installing the macOS software update. In such cases, you can stop macOS from installing an update.
Unlike Microsoft Windows or Google’s Android, macOS updates are made available to all eligible machines at the same time. You won’t have to wait a few months for an update or do anything out of ordinary to download it. If you’re familiar with the iOS update process on your iPhone, then you’ll have no difficulties understanding how macOS updates work.
How to Check What Version of macOS You Have
There are several easy ways to check what version of macOS you have. The easiest method is to click the Apple menu in the top-left corner of your screen, and to select About This Mac.
You will see a name such as macOS Big Sur, followed by a version number.
How to Update to the Latest Version of macOS
While older versions of macOS would issue updates via the Mac App Store, that’s no longer the case for newer versions. To check for macOS updates, go to the Apple menu > System Preferences > Software Update.
Your Mac will check for updates and let you know if there are any more updates for you to download. Before you download it, be sure to back up your Mac to avoid losing any data if something goes wrong with the software update.
After this, you can go ahead and download the new version when it’s available. It’s worth noting that this process is the same for Intel-based Macs and those based on Apple’s own M-series processors.
Which Is the Latest Version of macOS?
At the time of writing, the latest version of macOS is macOS Monterey and the version number is 12.4. Apple has also announced macOS Ventura, which is scheduled to release in Fall 2022.
If you have an older version of macOS, you may not be eligible for updates beyond macOS Catalina, macOS Mojave, macOS High Sierra, or other older versions of the Mac operating system. This will help you check if your Mac is running the latest version of the macOS that it supports.
Here are the latest version numbers for various builds of the Mac operating system:
- macOS 12 Monterey: 12.5.1
- macOS 11 Big Sur: 11.6.8
- macOS 10.15 Catalina: 10.15.7
- macOS 10.14 Mojave: 10.14.6
- macOS 10.13 High Sierra: 10.13.6
- macOS 10.12 Sierra: 10.12.6
- OS X El Capitan: 10.11.6
- OS X Yosemite: 10.10.5
- OS X Mavericks: 10.9.5
- OS X Mountain Lion: 10.8.5
- OS X Lion: 10.7.5
- Mac OS X Snow Leopard: 10.6.8
- Mac OS X Leopard: 10.5.8
- Mac OS X Tiger: 10.4.11
- Mac OS X Panther: 10.3.9
- Mac OS X Jaguar: 10.2.8
- Mac OS X Puma: 10.1.5
- Mac OS X Cheetah: 10.0.4
Apple maintains a list of latest versions of macOS on its website. You can use any browser such as Chrome or Safari to check the webpage and confirm if you’re using the latest version of macOS.
Is Your Mac Compatible With macOS Monterey?
These Macs are compatible with macOS 12 Monterey:
- MacBook Pro (Early 2015 and newer)
- MacBook Air (Early 2015 and newer)
- MacBook (Early 2016 and newer)
- iMac Pro (2017)
- iMac (Late 2015 and newer)
- Mac mini (Late 2014 and newer)
- Mac Studio (2022)
- Mac Pro (Late 2013 and newer)
You can check your Mac’s model number by going to Apple menu > About This Mac.
Is Your Mac Compatible With macOS Ventura?
The following Macs are compatible with macOS 16 Ventura:
- iMac (2017 and newer)
- Mac Pro (2019 and newer)
- iMac Pro (2017)
- Mac Studio (2022)
- MacBook Air (2018 and newer)
- Mac mini (2018 and newer)
- MacBook Pro (2017 and newer)
- MacBook (2017 and newer)
Enjoy Each Update As It Comes
Now that you’re sure about the latest version of macOS, you can go ahead and install it on your Mac. If you’re having trouble with macOS updates, we’ve got you covered. You might also want to read how to fix a mac software update that’s stuck during the installation process.
Newer versions of macOS have added helpful automation features by bringing the iPhone’s Shortcuts app to Mac. Having said that, sometimes it’s impossible to update to a newer version if Apple drops support for your Mac.
In such cases, the only way to update to the latest version of macOS is to buy a Mac that’s compatible with the latest version. If you do end up buying a new computer to be on the latest version of macOS, don’t forget to try these apps to take your Mac to the next level.
