Can I update to El Capitan directly from Lion?  I have an iMac 24 "early 2009.  I want to do this?

I think the Lion upgrade completely to El Capitan.  First of all, can I do this? I have an IMac in early 2009.  Are there reasons why I wouldn't want to do that?

Well, we can tell you that you should or should not pass, that decision is yours alone.  We can tell you the benefits of upgrading, but ultimately, it is for you to take advantage of them if you wish.

To upgrade to El Capitan, your computer must be one of the following conditions:

  • iMac (mid-2007 or newer)
  • MacBook (late 2008 or early 2009 or newer aluminium)
  • MacBook Pro (Mid/Late 2007 or newer)
  • MacBook Air (late 2008 or newer)
  • Mac mini (early 2009 or newer)
  • Mac Pro (Early 2008 or newer)

So, if you have a 2009 iMac, then Yes, your computer can handle the upgrade.  You would from the App Store.  If you choose, make sure that you back up your system with Time Machine or something like CarbonCopyCloner.  Obviously, the upgrade: a more stable, secure system, and that you use the latest version of Safari, which is more stable and more secure than previous iterations.

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