Mac OS X: Install program updates automatically
In this guide, we show you how to automatically install program updates in Mac OS X and thus keep your tools up to date.
Mac OS X: Automatically install program updates
- Select the "Apple" icon in the menu bar and click on "System Settings".
- Here you will find the app store icon, which you can click to access the update options.
- Check the following options: "Automatically check for updates", "Load new updates in the background" and "Install app updates".
- If necessary, you can also activate the "Install system data files and security updates" option. System updates are also installed automatically.
In principle, there is nothing to be said against automatically updating your applications. In the next practical tip, read whether updates are always necessary. However, one thing is certain: with the automatic update, you save time and also always work with the latest software versions. The options can be deactivated at any time.