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What do I do when there is no "software update" icon in System Preferences?

I cannot find an "update software" icon under system preferences when I click on the Apple icon in upper left corner. Where can I find it so I can update and enable automatic updates?

MacBook Air

Posted on Apr 23, 2021 7:51 AM

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Posted on Apr 23, 2021 8:11 AM

System Preferences > Software Update didn't exist until Mojave 10.14.

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How to upgrade to macOS Big Sur - Apple Support

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How to get old versions of macOS - Apple Support

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What do I do when there is no "software update" icon in System Preferences?

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