Download the installation file for your Mac.
Download the installation file for your Mac.
They wouldn't have offered a download option if they truly didn't want people to get the ISO.
Essentially, under US patent rules you must demonstrate you're safeguarding your concept or renewing your patent. If Apple doesn't act to stop others from sharing or installing their OS, they're letting users do so. Ignoring this could set a precedent for others. Indifference supports users; future changes are possible, but no action has been taken yet.
I never claimed it was up to their choice in the EULA, I was just sharing different angles on the matter. Some view it as theft, others as sharing information—Apple remains unusually quiet on this topic. Their main stance seems to be avoiding the sale of hackintosh products, and in certain situations, the validity of their licensing agreements comes into question. Essentially, I aimed to keep the conversation respectful while letting everyone grasp each other's perspective.
Hopefully the installer functions correctly. Earlier versions might have been damaged during installation on another Mac, possibly due to Mavericks or Mountain Lion. The Mojave installer could also be faulty.
Are there any references to the TOS? The availability of downloading and sharing the ISO hinges on the specific language used in the TOS. Requiring a Mac to download doesn't automatically prohibit distribution. It's important to distinguish between sharing and employing the software; the TOS might permit distributing a tool like a decompiler, but using it to bypass copyright protections could be prohibited.
The document outlines that downloading for personal use is generally allowed if you own the device, though your perspective adds further clarity.