Can I upgrade the OS on my mac?
Right now I have Big Sur 11.7.10. I don't think I can update to Monterrey.
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❗️ Do NOT upgrade
…until you have made a Time Machine or other backup of your startup drive.
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The macOS version you can upgrade to depends on the year your Mac was released.
Click the Apple menu () at the top of your screen and choose About This Mac.
Check the compatibility of your Mac hardware with newer versions of macOS software:
➡️ macOS 12 Monterey is compatible with the Macs listed here
➡️ macOS 13 Ventura is compatible with the Macs listed here
➡️ macOS 14 Sonoma is compatible with the Macs listed here
If your Mac is compatible with one of these macOS upgrades, then this:
Update macOS on Mac - Apple Support