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software update for mac .

Catalina software update for mac started, appeared to complete the download but got stalled and doesn't finish. I tried cancelling that sequence, closed some open apps and tried again. Same thing. I cannot use Safari bc it says the update is in progress

Posted on Oct 9, 2020 3:48 PM

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Posted on Oct 9, 2020 4:01 PM

Safe Boot, (holding Shift key down at startup), does the problem occur in Safe Mode?


Safe mode attempts to repair Disks & clears lots of caches & loads safe Drivers, & prevents loading of 3rd party extensions, so if Safe Mode works try again in regular boot.


Start up from macOS Recovery

To start up from macOS Recovery, turn on your Mac and immediately press and hold ...


Command (⌘)-R


Installs the latest macOS that was installed on your Mac.

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Oct 9, 2020 4:01 PM in response to sharon_stad

Safe Boot, (holding Shift key down at startup), does the problem occur in Safe Mode?


Safe mode attempts to repair Disks & clears lots of caches & loads safe Drivers, & prevents loading of 3rd party extensions, so if Safe Mode works try again in regular boot.


Start up from macOS Recovery

To start up from macOS Recovery, turn on your Mac and immediately press and hold ...


Command (⌘)-R


Installs the latest macOS that was installed on your Mac.

software update for mac .

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