The Macintosh personal computer from Apple has been around for decades. Its development started in the late 70s and it was one of the first computers to provide a graphic interface and to use a mouse as a tool to help users navigate within the interface.

Mac computers have seen both a growth and decline in sales since the 1980s, but the late 90s came with huge success for Apple, which never ceased. Nowadays Mac is as widespread as Windows around the world and millions of people around the globe use it every day.

Since the boom of the internet, Mac users worldwide have found a way to keep in touch and share their experience when it comes to the operating system and its uses. Anywhere in the world, if Macintosh personal computer exist, there is a high probability that users have come together to form their own little group that is strongly related to Apple.

Mostly based on geography, Mac user groups are formed in any continent or any country on the planet and provide individuals with a connection to others that share the same love for the operating system and want to offer information or know more about how it works.

Apple encourages such groups and offers Mac users a variety of goodies that make them feel appreciated for their loyalty. Mac user groups get access to exclusive material, like news, mail lists, information or events offered by Apple. As a part of a group, they can join meetings specializing in all Mac related problems.

Discounted products are offered to Mac user groups, from software, to downloads, to magazines and more. Sometimes there are even clothes or household items with the Apple logo available for members of these groups. Anyone can find what they are looking for in the Apple site, where there is a special section dedicated to Mac user groups.