Lesson 6: Update macOS

Question 1

Which apps does Software Update attempt to update?

Answer 1

macOS Software Update attempts to update this software:

• Currently installed Apple software
• macOS bundled software
• Software you bought from the App Store

Question 2

What do you need to change Software Update preferences and the preferences in the App Store app?

Answer 2

You need an Administrator account and the proper Apple ID to change Software Update preferences and the preferences in the App Store app.

Question 3

How does macOS tell you that a software update is available from the App Store?

Answer 3

For software updates, macOS displays an Updates Available notification in an alert with an App Store icon when updates are available and ready to be installed.

In addition, a red badge appears next to the App Store icon.

Question 4

How does macOS tell you that a system update is available?

Answer 4

For system updates, macOS displays an Updates Available notification in an alert with a System Update icon.

In addition, a red badge appears next to the System Preferences icon.

Question 5

Which app should you open to initiate Apple software updates?

Answer 5

You should open the App Store app to initiate software updates.

Question 6

Which items are always installed, by default, through automatic software updates?

Answer 6

System files and security updates are automatically installed, by default, when available.

Question 7

How can you control which software applications automatically update on a Mac?

Answer 7

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.

Question 8

Who can install system updates through the Software Update System Preference Pane?

Answer 8

Users with administrator accounts can install system updates through the Software Update System Preference Pane.

Question 9

Where can you find Apple software updates if you need to manually install an update?

Answer 9

You can find and download all Apple software updates at:

https://support.apple.com/downloads.

Question 10

What’s the best way to learn what software is installed on a Mac?

Answer 10

System Information shows all software installed through the App Store or the Installer app, including installations from either Apple or third parties.