CC runs under Mac OS 10.6.8; not under Yosemite 10.10.2

We are on a secure network via a proxy server. Adobe CC desktop app installs and works fine on Win 7 machines and on our older Macs running OS 10.6.8. However, on our new Macs running Yosemite 10.10.2, and the same proxy config as the older Macs and PCs, the CC destop app launches, asks for proxy credentials (which I provide), then goes to the Creative Cloud log in screen. After signing in to CC, it then goes again to the proxy sign in screen, with the previously provided credentials filled in, and just stops. Apple and Adobe tech support were of next to no help. Since CC works on the Windows machines and on older Macs using the same proxy server set up, I can't figure out what's going on under Yosemite.

RWV you will need to apply the same proxy setting change to Ethernet connection as well. This preferences I showed are utilized to configure each network connection.
If you continue to face difficulties then I would recommend contacting our support team directly at Contact Customer Care. If you have a Creative Cloud for Enterprise or Team account then please have your program administrator submit a request.
I would recommend running the log collector tool referenced at Log Collector Tool prior to contacting our support team. Please make sure to also have the all relevant information regarding your proxy server configuration. This includes the type of proxy server being used and the version you are running. If you do not regularly have access to this information then I would recommend including the individuals from your organization who do have those details in the conversation.

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I think OtherWorld Computing will sell you a pre-configured Mac all set up like that for you, Apple won't do it though.
You can also pay a local PC/Mac specialist to do the same.
Don't forget setting up a backup system for both Windows and OS X, add anti-malware software in Windows, you'll need that.
IMO a new Windows 7 laptop would be the cheaper, less stressful option, Learning Bootcamp and virtual machine software can be a pain if your not computer savvy, al;so Apple has a nasty habit of upgrading the operating system constantly, now on a annual basis. You don't upgrade and all your third party software, then your denied security updates in short order. Windows 7 laptop will last a decade on the same version, only needing simple updates, not upgrades.
If you want your Windows machine to last even longer, like a decade, then get a desktop tower instead of a laptop.
Mac's are for those who can handle a lot of change, as Apple is about always inflicting change. It's costly change too.
Good Luck
Windows in BootCamp or Virtual Machine?
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