Updating Safari browser

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Updating Safari browser

Greetings:

I've been told I need to update my Safari browser (5.0.6) on my iMac OSX, 10.5.8. I tend to stick to the "tried & true" when it comes to electronics and that results

in outdated software, etc. I'm comfortable with it, outdated or not. I'm also afraid my old scanner and other programs won't work with a newer OS. However, is it possible to update Safari without updating the OS? And do you have a link where I can read about updating Safari (for Dummies)? Any help would be appreciated. Sharon

iMac, Mac OS X (10.5.6), Internet access via cable

Posted on Aug 22, 2015 6:49 PM

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Niel

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Aug 22, 2015 6:51 PM in response to Fallenarches

1. Not in that configuration.

2. If you aren't presented with any Safari or security updates in the Software Update pane of System Preferences or the Mac App Store's Updates tab(10.6.6 or newer only), you need to upgrade the OS.

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Fallenarches Author

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Aug 22, 2015 6:56 PM in response to Niel

Thanks for the prompt response!

Can I move up a notch to the next level higher than OS 10.5.8? I don't want to get in over my head.

Thanks again,

Sharon

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Niel

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Aug 22, 2015 7:01 PM in response to Fallenarches

Yes, if your computer has an Intel CPU and at least 1GB of RAM. Going through 10.6.3 and then 10.6.8 is also necessary to upgrade beyond 10.6.8.

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Fallenarches Author

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Aug 22, 2015 7:16 PM in response to Niel

Niel:

Thanks for your help. Will this upgrade create problems for programs such as Pages and Text Edit? I use those a lot for manuscripts and don't want to create an incompatible situation.

Sharon

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