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When attempting to download updates to OS 10.8.5, I get and error message cannot connect to the APP Store and internet connection is required. How do I get the software update function to recognize my internet connection?

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Posted on Aug 26, 2015 1:39 PM

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Posted on Aug 27, 2015 8:22 AM

Connecting to App Store Problems



Connecting to App Store Problems (2)



- Sign out of the App Store (in the Store menu)

- Quit the App Store

- In Finder - Go>Go to folder... (or Apple-shift-G)

- Paste in the following "~/Library/Caches/ "

- It will take you to a folder. Delete com.apple.appstore

- Launch the App Store.

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When attempting to download updates to OS 10.8.5, I get and error message cannot connect to the APP Store and internet connection is required. How do I get the software update function to recognize my internet connection?

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