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HI HOW CAN I UPDATE MY COMPUTER

HOw can i update the version of my computer


iMac 21.5″, OS X 10.11

Posted on Feb 12, 2022 10:16 PM

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Posted on Feb 12, 2022 10:21 PM

Candyoreo1118 Said:

"HOw can i update the version of my computer"

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Determining which Update(s) will Install:


I. Verify Compatibility:

A. Start Here: Learn About Compatibility and how to Identify your Specific Mac Model - Apple Support


B. How to Verify:

I. Reveal your Model:

What is the Model of your Mac? To find out...

  1. Go to: Apple menu
  2. Click: About this Mac
  3. View: Second Line-Down

then...


II. Compare the Results:

See if the Model you found is shown here:


III. If Compatible:

Back Up your Mac First:  Be certain you Create a Time Machine Backup of your Mac, so that way you can have something to restore your Mac from, should anything go wrong with the reconfiguration.

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Feb 12, 2022 10:21 PM in response to Candyoreo1118

Candyoreo1118 Said:

"HOw can i update the version of my computer"

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Determining which Update(s) will Install:


I. Verify Compatibility:

A. Start Here: Learn About Compatibility and how to Identify your Specific Mac Model - Apple Support


B. How to Verify:

I. Reveal your Model:

What is the Model of your Mac? To find out...

  1. Go to: Apple menu
  2. Click: About this Mac
  3. View: Second Line-Down

then...


II. Compare the Results:

See if the Model you found is shown here:


III. If Compatible:

Back Up your Mac First:  Be certain you Create a Time Machine Backup of your Mac, so that way you can have something to restore your Mac from, should anything go wrong with the reconfiguration.

HI HOW CAN I UPDATE MY COMPUTER

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