How to Software Update a Mac?

Click the Apple menu

Select System Settings or System Preferences

Click General

Click Software Update

Wait for the Mac to check for updates

Click Update Now or Upgrade Now if available

Enter your administrator password if prompted

Agree to the terms and conditions if prompted

Keep the Mac plugged into power during the update

Wait for the download and installation to finish

Restart the Mac if prompted

Check Software Update again to confirm the Mac is up to date

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