How do I update my browser without updating my whole operating system? I currently have OSX 10.9.4 and Safari 7.0.5

Thanks for the reply Neil, but I'm a bit confused.

Can't I simply update my browser (by itself) without any additional updates to the operating system? ...

Or doesn't it work that way?

The way I understand, Safari is my browser, and it is simply what's used to access the internet...correct?

I've been told by a few friends that it should be very easy to update (and probably no need to change anything about the actual operating system) but they are PC folks who don't know anything about Macs.

I checked under my software update tab, and the 10.9.5 is the only recommended update at this time, and it says it includes Safari 7.0.6

Are you saying this should solve my problem, or am I still going to need more updates after that?

Your comment says I should get to version 9.1.3 on the 10.9.5 update, so it sounds to me, like I'm still a long ways away even after this update?

Do I have to continuously check each update for yet another update to the update until those numbers match?

Sorry for the confusion on my part...

Thanks Neil, I clicked the wrong reply button and accidentally responded to myself, so I'm trying again...

I'll start installing the update(s) as per your advice, and see what happens from there.

Thank you for your patience, and for explaining, and I hope this will fix my problems.

I really appreciate your help.

I installed the update to 10.9.5 and everything seems to have gone well so far.

The next update available for it, looks like it includes the Safari update to version 9.1.3 along with several other updates included all in one, if desired ... (by clicking one button).

Or... it looks like I also have a choice to update these several other functions on a separate basis independently, as each of these separate options also has it's own button for installing the update, if I click the 'more' button.

I also notice a small active link under the update(s) that says "Show Incompatible App Updates"...

When I click it, it shows a list of six apps that contains both iMovie and iPhoto (both which I use exclusively on almost a daily basis), but they are all updated versions of what I currently have.

Does this mean that if I download this main update (or part of it) that I will no longer be able to update my iMovie and iPhoto to those limits without doing harm because of an incompatibility issue?

It looks like I can update Safari to version 9.1.3 with it's own button, and I do not desire the iTunes or Remote Desktop Client upgrades.

The other two updates are for security issues (independently), but I am most concerned about possibly affecting my iMovie and iPhoto, because they are what I mostly use.

What do you advise for this situation?

I definitely need the updated Safari, and the constant use of my iPhoto and iMovie programs without causing any future harm.

Would it be OK to just install the Safari update along with maybe the two security updates, and just leave the rest uninstalled?

I do not want or need to upgrade my iTunes, and I do not use the Remote desktop Client anyway.

Mainly right now, I just need Safari to work properly on all web sites...

Thanks for any advice.

Thanks to everyone, for offering all the help! ... especially you Neil.

I did everything you said, and it worked like a charm.

My Safari is now all updated to version 9.1.3 on 10.9.5 and everything is working great like it should!

...I really appreciate all your help, and patience with my questions.

Thanks again, and I hope everyone will have a safe and awesome new year! 🙂

Oops, replied to myself by accident and won't let me delete the post, will try again to reply to you.