Mac Software Links

Older Mac System Software

Links for downloading System 6.0.x, 7.0.x, and 7.5.3 from Apple, plus links to sites with older versions of the Mac OS.

System Software Advice

What's the Best System Version?, Dan Knight, Mac Daniel, 12/28/98
Why System 7.5.5?, Scott L. Barber, Online Tech Journal, 9/22/98
Born Again: It Works!, Dan Knight, Online Tech Journal, 8/23/00. Yes, you can run Mac OS 8.1 on some 68030-based Macs.
Mac OS 8.5 issues on Umax SuperMac computers

Our Favorite Mac Software

Information on and links to some of our favorite programs.

Select Mac Software Downloads

Links to select freeware and shareware programs we've been authorized to post for download.

Applications Compatible with 68000-based Macs

Information on programs that run on the Mac 128, 512, Plus, SE, Classic, Portable, and PowerBook 100. May require a specific version of the System and more memory than the computer originally shipped with.

Deals on Mac OS

Classic Mac OS deals. Best online prices for System 6, 7.1, 7.5.x, Mac OS 7.6, 8.0, 8.1, 8.5, 9.0, 9.2.2, and other versions.
Mac OS X 10.0 to 10.3 deals. Best online prices for Mac OS X 10.0, 10.1, 10.2, and 10.3.
Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger deals
Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard deals
Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard deals

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