The most recent version, macOS Ventura, is the nineteenth release of macOS. Having an equally long history, Apple’s Mac operating system (macOS, previously Mac OS X and OS X) also went through different releases. In 2022, approximately 65 million PCs were shipped with Windows operating systems installed. Windows 10 is the newest addition to the family, being able to run on PCs, tablets and embedded devices. Notable versions include Windows 95, Windows XP, and Windows 7. Linux, the third most popular desktop OS, has a small but stable share of the market.įrom its initial release in 1985, Microsoft Windows has gone through endless mutations.
Apple’s Mac operating system has gained market share over the years, albeit remaining a minor player in the desktop OS market. Microsoft Windows was the dominant desktop operating system (OS) worldwide as of January 2023, with a share of just over 74 percent.