macOSonly
macOSonly is a term used in software development and tech discourse to describe software or hardware that is designed to run exclusively on Apple’s macOS operating system. It is not compatible with Windows or Linux, and often leverages macOS-specific frameworks such as Cocoa/AppKit, Metal, Core Data, and other Apple technologies, and is usually distributed through the Mac App Store or Apple’s software channels. The term is informal; some writers may hyphenate as macOS-only.
Rationale and characteristics: macOS-only software can exploit native UI conventions, integrated services (iCloud, Handoff), and high-performance
Examples: Xcode, Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, Motion, and Compressor are widely cited as macOS-only professional
Impact and considerations: For developers, choosing a macOS-only strategy can yield tight integration and performance but