How can I send messages to people without iMessage through my mac?

I just downloaded the new update to my Mac. I can send text messages, but still only to people with iPhone. How can I go back so that I can text everyone without iPhone as well?

Hi anmoreno19,
I apologize, I'm a bit unclear on the exact nature of your question, and/or your current configuration. Are you currently using an iPhone with your Mac via Continuity? Continuity should allow you to send SMS messages from your Mac, via your iPhone, to any other phone, as outlined below:
SMS More ways to get your message across.
With OS X Yosemite and an iPhone running iOS 8, you can send and receive SMS text messages right from your Mac. So when friends text you — regardless of what phone they have — you can respond from your Mac or your iPhone, whichever is closest.2 All the messages that appear on your iPhone now appear on your Mac, too, so your conversation is up to date on all your devices. You can also start an SMS or iMessage conversation on your Mac by clicking a phone number in Safari, Contacts, Calendar, or Spotlight.
Apple - OS X Yosemite - Mac + iOS Continuity
Regards,
- Brenden

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