Lesson 6—Update macOS Flashcards

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Who can install system software updates through the App Store?

A

Users with administrator and standard accounts can install system updates through the App Store.

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

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macOS displays an Updates Available notification in an alert when software updates are ready to be installed.

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Which apps does Software Update attempt to update?

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macOS Software Update attempts to update this software:

  • Currently installed Apple-source software
  • macOS bundled software
  • Software you bought from the App Store
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Which app should you open to initiate Apple software updates?

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

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

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

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Which bundled apps are not automatically installed when you erase and reinstall macOS High Sierra?

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iMovie, GarageBand and productivity apps—Pages, Keynote, and Numbers—are not automatically reinstalled if you erase the disk.

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

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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.

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

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You can find and download all Apple software updates at https://support.apple.com/downloads.

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

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

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