Computerworld - With a second preview version now in the hands of app developers, Apple's next generation of Mac OS X, called Lion (Version 10.7), appears to be on track for its planned release to the public this summer. The company has announced several new features for the upcoming Macintosh operating system (some of which are lifted straight from iOS, Apple's mobile platform) including the following:
A feature called Launchpad for organizing and launching apps, similar to the iOS home screen.
A new Mission Control feature that combines the existing Mac OS X Dashboard, Exposé and Spaces features, as well as full-screen apps.
The ability for apps to auto-save and auto-resume as in iOS, and a feature called Versions that saves multiple copies of files over time so you can easily revert to a previous iteration after you've made changes.
Easier, more secure file sharing among Macs, with a feature called AirDrop.
More advanced use of multitouch gestures (in the OS itself and available to app developers).
An updated interface and improved search capabilities in Mail, Mac OS X's built-in email client.
The ability for more apps to run in full-screen mode for a distraction-free experience, as Apple's iPhoto and iMovie do now.
A curated Mac App Store that offers one-click app installation.
Read more: http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9215604/Mac_OS_X_Make_Snow_Leopard_and_other_cats_roar_like_Lion?taxonomyId=12
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