software update button is missing in my iMac

How will I update my software if the software update button is missing in system preferences?

iMac 21.5″, macOS 10.12

Posted on Apr 17, 2021 2:18 AM

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Posted on Apr 17, 2021 2:35 AM

Looking in the incorrect location. In High Sierra the Update is located in Apple Store.

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Apr 17, 2021 2:35 AM in response to AlexandraOMG

Looking in the incorrect location. In High Sierra the Update is located in Apple Store.

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