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why couldn't I update my macOS M1 its keep asking me you need to be the owner and I am the owner?


Posted on Mar 7, 2023 12:40 AM

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Posted on Mar 7, 2023 1:12 AM

Is your user account set up to be an administrator?

Change User settings on Mac - Apple Support


As an administrator you can install updates, which can be restricted for a normal user account.

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