Operating system for a MacBook 2012
Operating system for a MacBook 2012
Hello, I have an Old MacBook from 2012. The laptop boots slowly, and launching apps takes a while. I’m mainly using it to run Parsec and control my PC. Once connected to my PC, the hard drive works smoothly. I have a 120GB SSD that I’d like to replace with a new OS so I can browse lightly and sync with my PC. I’ve tried Linux Mint but couldn’t get the Wi-Fi drivers to function. Any suggestions for operating systems or Linux distributions that would suit this situation? Do you know where to find the necessary Wi-Fi modules for another OS? Thanks in advance.
Mac OS feels quite challenging when compared to what I’ve used before. I was thinking about trying Linux Mint, but I ran into issues with the WiFi connection.
MacBook Pro Mid-2012 models work well with Catalina, SSD storage, and 8-16GB RAM (my machine still holds up). If you prefer Windows 10 instead of macOS and can't get Linux, the Boot Camp Assistant can install it along with all necessary drivers for Wi-Fi, trackpad, mouse, keyboard, fans, and more. MacsFanControl offers a version that supports both macOS and Windows 10 in Boot Camp, helping you avoid fan profile adjustments.
the laptop runs with 4gb of ram and you're thinking mainly about connecting it to your main pc. you might not need extra ram for that. there’s no straightforward method to download wifi drivers specifically for macbooks, but you can look into compatible solutions. opting for a lighter os over windows 10 could be a good idea.
macOS works just fine, but 4GB of RAM and a solid-state drive make it seem quite outdated. I use Mojave on a 2008 Mac Pro and don’t notice any difference compared to my 2018 Mac Mini with six cores and an extremely fast NVMe SSD.