Lesson 6 Update macOS Flashcards
- Configure automatic software update settings. - Automatically update Apple-sources software. - Manually update Apple Software.
Who can install system software updates through the App Store?
Users with administrator and standard accounts can install system updates through the App Store.
How does macOS tell you that a software update is available?
macOS displays an Updates Available notification in an alert when software updates are ready to be installed.
Which apps does Software Updates attempt to update?
macOS Software Update attempts to update this software:
- Currently installed Apple-sources software
- macOS bundled software
- Software you bought from the App Store
Which app should you open to initiate Apple software updates?
You should open the App Store app to initiate software updates.
Which items are always installed, by default, through automatic software updates?
System files and security updates are automatically installed, by default, when they’re available.
Which bundled apps are not automatically installed when you erase and reinstall macOS High Sierra?
iMovie, GarageBand, and productivity apps – Pages, Keynote, and Numbers – are not automatically reinstalled if you erase the disk.
How can you control which software applications automatically update on a Mac?
You control software update automation in App Store preferences. You can further restrict a user’s ability to use the App Store by configuring parental controls for the user’s account.
Where can you find Apple software updates if you need to manually install an update?
You can find and download all Apple software updates at https://support.apple.com/downloads .
What’s the best way to learn what software is installed on a Mac?
System information shows all software installed through the App Store or the Installer app, including installations from either Apple or third parties.
