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How do I upgrade my Mac OS X?
Use Software Update to update or upgrade macOS, including built-in apps like Safari.
- From the Apple menu in the corner of your screen, choose System Preferences.
- Click Software Update.
- Click Update Now or Upgrade Now: Update Now installs the latest updates for the currently installed version.
How do I update my OS X 10.12 6 to latest version?
Pull down the Apple menu and choose “App Store” Go to the “Updates” tab and choose the ‘update’ button next to “macOS Sierra 10.12. 6” when it becomes available.
Is there a way to upgrade OS X for free?
Since OS-X Mavericks (10.9) Apple have been releasing their OS X upgrades for free. This means if you have any version of OS X newer than 10.9 then you can upgrade it to the latest version for free. There are three ways you can upgrade. Download the Installer from Apple directly to the computer that you want to install the new OS X onto.
How can I upgrade my computer to the latest OS?
Take your computer into the nearest Apple Store and they will do the upgrade for you. Make a USB thumb drive installer that you can plug into your computer to upgrade it. Method 1 is Apple’s suggestion method, but if you have more than one computer it requires you to download the OS X update more than once.
How can I get updates on my Mac?
Later versions may be available by upgrading your macOS. To automatically download updates in the future, choose Apple menu > System Preferences, click App Store, then select ”Download newly available updates in the background.” Your Mac will notify you when updates are ready to install.
Where do I go to upgrade to macOS Big Sur?
Go to Software Update in System Preferences to find macOS Big Sur. Click Upgrade Now and follow the onscreen instructions. Upgrading from an older version of macOS? If you’re running any release from macOS 10.13 to 10.9, you can upgrade to macOS Big Sur from the App Store.