On October 5th, Microsoft will release Windows 11, and later this Fall, Apple will release macOS 12 Monterey. Both companies will prompt people to install the upgrade.
- We recommend deferring the upgrade. It is best to wait for at least one maintenance release of a major operating system, and more importantly be sure that all the applications you depend on are compatible with the new operating system version.
- IT staff will begin testing the major products used on campus from Microsoft, Adobe, Zoom, etc. as soon as these new versions are released and will provide guidance on when it is safe to upgrade.
So… just to recap.
Do not upgrade to Windows 11 or macOS 12 until you have seen new guidance from the IT staff on campus. Until then, these operating systems are not supported.