To update to El Capitan, you first need to have Snow Leopard installed on your Mac. If you don’t have Snow Leopard, you can purchase it for $20. Once you have Snow Leopard, you can then download El Capitan for free.
The cost of upgrading to El Capitan depends on whether or not you already have Snow Leopard installed on your Mac. If you do, then the upgrade is completely free. However, if you don’t have Snow Leopard, you will need to purchase it for $20.
It’s worth noting that Snow Leopard is not available for download directly from the Mac App Store. Instead, you will need to purchase a physical copy of Snow Leopard from the Apple Online Store or an authorized Apple retailer. Once you have Snow Leopard installed, you can then download El Capitan for free from the Mac App Store.
Now, let’s discuss the compatibility of Macs with El Capitan. According to Apple’s official requirements, the following iMac models are compatible with El Capitan:
– iMac (Mid 2007 or newer)
This means that any iMac model released in or after mid-2007 can be upgraded to El Capitan. If you have an older iMac model, unfortunately, it is not compatible with El Capitan.
It’s important to note that the compatibility requirements may vary depending on the specific features and capabilities of your Mac. For example, some Mac models may have certain hardware limitations that prevent them from running the latest operating system. Therefore, it’s always a good idea to check the official requirements or consult with Apple support to confirm compatibility before upgrading.
The cost of updating to El Capitan depends on whether or not you already have Snow Leopard installed on your Mac. If you have Snow Leopard, the update is free. However, if you don’t have Snow Leopard, you will need to purchase it for $20. Additionally, only iMac models released in or after mid-2007 are compatible with El Capitan.