March 8, 1997: Apple renames the forthcoming Mac OS 7.7 update, calling it “Mac OS 8.” It’s more than just a name change, though: It’s a sneaky sucker punch that ultimately knocks out Mac clones.
More than just a system update, Mac OS 8 included a nasty surprise for clone-makers. Photo illustration: Ste Smith/Cult of Mac March 8, 1997: Apple renames the forthcoming Mac OS 7.7 update, calling ...