How do I install an application on a Mac computer?
Applies to staff
This answer is for Metropolia staff, not students.
macOS
This answer applies only to Mac computers.
Mac computers have their own equivalent of the Windows Software Center: Managed Software Center. Install applications on your computer through it.
Not all applications available for Windows can be obtained for Mac computers. For example, applications used in various technical degree programs often work only on Windows. For more information on this topic, refer to the public webpage: Applications not available for macOS computers (only in Finnish).
Did You Encounter a Problem?
Mac Knowledge
You can find information about Apple Macintosh on the IT Management pages, including through this link: Apple Macintosh.
If you need assistance with installing Managed Software Center, submit a service request to the helpdesk.
- Restart your computer and the device where the issue is occurring. Try the function again.
- If the function you are attempting is happening in a web browser, try the function again in an incognito or private window and in a different browser.
- Try searching for a solution on the site of the IT Services by using the following search methods:
- navigation menu of the site (on the left)
- search machine of the wiki (right upper corner)
- a general search engine, for instance Google Search
- alphabetical index
- FAQ
If the problem is not resolved, please contact the helpdesk according to best practices. Always include a full screen screenshot of the issue in your service request.
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