Operating System Updates

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What Is It?

University-managed devices

Computing and Technology Services (CTS) delivers, supports and manage applications, updates and services on University-managed computers.

  • Windows operating system (OS) will receive updates through Software Center on a monthly basis. 
  • macOS and third-party application updates are available through the App Store using Self-Service.

Who Is Eligible to Use It?

Faculty and Staff

Where Can I Get It?

University-managed systems

Software Center and Self Service

How Much Does It Cost?

Free

Note

We recommend installing updates and restarting your machine during your lunch break or before leaving for the day. This lets you install your updates without having to configure your business hours or change your sleep settings.

If you schedule updates to run during business hours, please remember the following:

  • Configure your business hours per the instructions above.
  • Turn off your computer's sleep settings (if your computer is asleep when the updates are set to be installed and your computer is supposed to restart, they will not run.)
 
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