A Complete Guide to Updating Your Mac's Software

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You're probably aware of the problems that outdated software can pose. But how do you know your machine is completely up to date? There's no one-size-fits-all maintenance solution, so let's understand how updates for your Mac and its software work. For example, you don't have to use the Mac App Store to install operating system updates. It's also possible that there are times when delaying an update makes good sense.