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[[file:OS_X_Mountain_Lion_Screenshot.jpg|thumb|left]] [[file:WWDC_2012_Interior.jpg|thumb|left]] [[file:Notification_Center_Mountain_Lion.png|thumb|right]] '''OS X Mountain Lion''' (version 10.8) is a [[desktop operating system]] developed by [[Apple Inc.]] for its [[Macintosh]] line of computers. It was released on July 25, 2012, and is the ninth major release of [[macOS]], Apple's desktop and server operating system for [[Macintosh]] computers.

== Features ==
OS X Mountain Lion introduced several new features and enhancements, many of which were inspired by [[iOS]], Apple's mobile operating system for the [[iPhone]] and [[iPad]].

=== Notification Center ===
The [[Notification Center]] provides an overview of alerts from applications and the system. Users can customize which applications send notifications and how they are displayed.

=== Messages ===
The [[Messages (Apple)|Messages]] application replaced [[iChat]] and introduced support for [[iMessage]], allowing users to send messages to other Apple devices.

=== Game Center ===
[[Game Center]] was introduced to OS X Mountain Lion, allowing users to track their game scores and achievements, and to challenge friends to multiplayer games.

=== Gatekeeper ===
[[Gatekeeper (macOS)|Gatekeeper]] is a security feature that helps protect users from malicious software by allowing them to control which sources they can install applications from.

=== iCloud Integration ===
OS X Mountain Lion enhanced [[iCloud]] integration, allowing users to sync documents, email, contacts, and calendars across their Apple devices.

=== Dictation ===
The [[Dictation]] feature allows users to input text using voice commands, similar to the functionality found in iOS.

=== Safari ===
The [[Safari (web browser)|Safari]] web browser was updated with a new unified search and address bar, and improved performance and stability.

=== Power Nap ===
[[Power Nap]] allows Mac computers to perform certain tasks while in sleep mode, such as checking for email and updating software.

== System Requirements ==
OS X Mountain Lion requires a Mac with an [[Intel]] processor, 2 GB of RAM, and 8 GB of available storage. It is compatible with the following models:
* [[iMac]] (Mid 2007 or newer)
* [[MacBook]] (Late 2008 Aluminum, or Early 2009 or newer)
* [[MacBook Pro]] (Mid/Late 2007 or newer)
* [[MacBook Air]] (Late 2008 or newer)
* [[Mac mini]] (Early 2009 or newer)
* [[Mac Pro]] (Early 2008 or newer)
* [[Xserve]] (Early 2009)

== Reception ==
OS X Mountain Lion received generally positive reviews for its improved performance, enhanced iCloud integration, and new features. However, some users criticized the operating system for its lack of significant changes compared to its predecessor, [[OS X Lion]].

== See Also ==
* [[macOS]]
* [[iOS]]
* [[Apple Inc.]]
* [[Macintosh]]

== References ==
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== External Links ==
{{Commons category|OS X Mountain Lion}}

[[Category:MacOS]]
[[Category:Apple Inc. software]]
[[Category:2012 software]]
[[Category:Proprietary operating systems]]

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