As with any operating system update, though, you could experience quirks, bugs and a learning curve as you get used to it. Security patches are designed to close off vulnerabilities in the software and generally keep your Mac safer.Īpple has been annually updating OS X for the last several years and the new versions can bring some nice features. Any update with “security” in the name is usually important, and some versions of OS X can even install those automatically for you.
Should I always install updates of Mac OS X and individual applications? I’ve heard that over time, they can really slow down one’s computer.
