Upgrading MacOS

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Security and MacOS
Check MacOS Version
How to Upgrade
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Security and MacOS

Apple supports the three most recent versions of MacOS: Big Sur, Monterey, and Ventura. If your computer is running Mojave (10.14) or older you are no longer receiving security updates, and your machine is at an increased risk of compromised data. More information about Apple's security updates may be found here: Apple Security Updates

 

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Check MacOS Version

To check your current version of MacOS:

1. In the Apple icon at the upper left of the screen, select About This Mac.

Apple menu

2. In the popup window, your Mac OS Version will be listed at the top, followed by the computer model.

Version and model

Take note of both your version, and model (above) in case you run into issues in the next step. You may need to supply this information to the Help Desk.

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How to Upgrade

1. As in the previous step, go to the Apple icon and select About This Mac.

Apple menu

2. In the lower right, select Software Update.

Update button

3. A software update screen will open with the latest OS listed on the right. Press Upgrade Now to begin.

Update screen

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Need Help?

Contact the Help Desk for assistance: (316) 978 4357 (option 1), or  helpdesk@wichita.edu .

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