My system preferences doesn't have a Software Update option

HelenOrcutt wrote:

Can you help me?

Older macOS do not include this in Preferences.

How to update the software on your Mac

How about >About this Mac> Check for software update...

Or  > App Store> then click Updates.

What are you looking for...(?)

Big Sur macOS 11.2

https://support.apple.com/macos