Is there an Apple article on a secure way to check for software updates (OS 10.6x)?

I recently heard about malware that can be introduced by downloading an innocent-looking software update, e.g., Adobe Acrobat or Flashplayer. I'd like to set all my programs either to update manually or to automatically let me know that an update is available but not download (e.g., in Microsoft Office).
OS 10.6 has always notified me automatically and asked me if I wanted to install. I'd like to put a "brake" on my tendency to just click "Install," so I looked for software update preferences, but couldn't find them. Can anyone point me to an Apple article that tells me how to do this? Thanks!

If you are simply referring to Apple software updates then it will depend on the OS you are using. For example, there will be no more updates for 10.6.8 Snow Leopard than what is revealed by you clicking 'software update' ... unless some mind blowing security matter arises. You need to be able to choose once you get to Yosemite and that is where Eric's suggestion of the forums is so relevant. The newest OS tends to have its early updates fairly regularly as the public at large find its faults. As I understand it, there are some who doubt 10.6.3 sufficiently to discourage me, if I used that OS.
And I have to agree with Bob. Too many rogue companys can trick you into downloading basically decent software but having injected malware before you get it. SOFTONIC, DOWNLITE, MACPAW ZEOBIT and anything UTORRENT are to avoid.

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Don't panic. OS X 10.5.8 is the most popular PowerPC OS out there. People run it everyday without security breaches, including myself. It isn't Windows!
If you're really that worried, I highly recommend Sophos Anti-Virus for Mac Home Edition. Supports PowerPC & Intel and Mac OS X 10.4-10.7.
http://www.sophos.com/en-us/products/free-tools/sophos-antivirus-for-mac-home-ed ition/system-requirements.aspx
Direct download: http://downloads.sophos.com/home-edition/savosx_73_he.dmg

Software update tab does not do anything. Is there another way to check for updates?

Helllo,
I"m trying to update my OS to 10.8.4 but when I click on Apple > software update, nothing happens. How do I fix this problem or is there another way to look for software updates? Thanks!
Mike

Download and install 10.8.4 Mountain Lion Update v10.8.4 (Combo). Before you install be sure to do the following:
Repair the Hard Drive and Permissions - Lion/Mountain Lion
Boot to the Recovery HD:
Restart the computer and after the chime press and hold down the COMMAND and R keys until the menu screen appears. Alternatively, restart the computer and after the chime press and hold down the OPTION key until the boot manager screen appears. Select the Recovery HD and click on the downward pointing arrow button.
Repair
When the recovery menu appears select Disk Utility. After DU loads select your hard drive entry (mfgr.'s ID and drive size) from the the left side list. In the DU status area you will see an entry for the S.M.A.R.T. status of the hard drive. If it does not say "Verified" then the hard drive is failing or failed. (SMART status is not reported on external Firewire or USB drives.) If the drive is "Verified" then select your OS X volume from the list on the left (sub-entry below the drive entry,) click on the First Aid tab, then click on the Repair Disk button. If DU reports any errors that have been fixed, then re-run Repair Disk until no errors are reported. If no errors are reported then click on the Repair Permissions button. When the process is completed, then quit DU and return to the main menu. Select Restart from the Apple menu.

How can i get ios 7 in my ipad 2? i have tried to update it but in my setting general there is no icon for software update.so help me please!

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If you are using iOS 4 (or earlier) there is no Software Update in Settings. That feature was first added in iOS 5.
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See here: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4972

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When I go to settings > general, there is no prompt for "software update." how can I update my iPad?

If your iDevice is using a version of iOS lower than 5, you will need to use iTunes on your syncing computer to perform the upgrade. Use the Apple link below as a guide for the upgrade.
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4972
Also read the instructions from the section entitled "Update your device using iTunes" at the link below.
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4623
Information regarding transferring purchases from your iDevice to iTunes on your syncing computer can be found at the link below.
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1848

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http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1222

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This may also help. Someone in another thread typed the above link only works if you haven't established your account, but when I just checked my account the "None" button was there?:
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1918

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I upgraded to Mountain Lion yesterday, but since doing so I find that my 1Password app will not work. I have checked for 1Password updates but there are none. Is there a compatibility issue

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Hmmm...I'm using 1Password Version 3.8.20 (build 31499) with a fresh install (scrape and pave) of Mt. Lion on my iMac and it's working fine.
I use Dropbox to sync 1Password so for my fresh install I simply downloaded 1Password from Agilbits website and installed it.
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More here:
http://support.agilebits.com/discussions/1password-38-for-mac-from-agilebits-web site/17861-finding-existing-data-file-when-reinstalling-1password
http://support.agilebits.com/discussions/1password-in-mac-app-store/3377-how-to- reinstall
http://support.agilebits.com/discussions/1password-38-for-mac-from-agilebits-web site/13769-reinstall
http://support.agilebits.com/discussions/1password-in-mac-app-store/2394-reinsta lling-1-password
Hope that helps.
D'oh! Mende1 beat me to it!

Trying to update apple tv (small black box). how do i do update? can't find system settings. i see system preferences no mac pro. does apple tv need to be plugged into hdtv for the update or PC. If PC, how?

trying to update apple tv (small black box). how do i do update? can't find system settings. i see system preferences no mac pro. does apple tv need to be plugged into hdtv for the update or PC. If PC, how?

You have to do it on the Apple TV itself while it's plugged into a TV so that you can see its screen.
I quote
How to update software on your Apple TV (2nd and 3rd generation)
Learn how to update the software on your Apple TV (2nd and 3rd generation). It's always a good idea to have the latest software on your Apple TV.
Update your software
Select Settings > General > Update Software. Apple TV checks for an available update; if one is available, a download message should appear.
Click Download and Install to start the download process.
Do not disconnect your Apple TV during the update process. The Apple TV status light may flash slowly during the update and restart process. This is expected behavior.

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I downloaded the latest version of ITunes but Apple took away the button to check for app updates. Why?

Thanks. I just figured it out. Siri was not enabled. As soon as Siri was back on, the mike reappeared. But thanks for your help.

HT5503 ...why cant i update the software on my phone!! i hav an iphone 3gs, the option in "general" for "software update" isnt there? can i do it through the computer instead?

i hav an iphone 3gs, the option in "general" for "software update" isnt there? can i do it through the computer instead?

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Trying to update my LG G2, when I go to Settings, About, there is no option for Software Update..

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My MacBook Pro is suddenly slower...is there an easy way to check for viruses?

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OpsMgr have methods which can get all host classes. Here my own function which can solve your issue:
function Get-SCOMClassProperty {
param(
[Microsoft.EnterpriseManagement.Configuration.ManagementPackClass]
[Parameter(Mandatory = $true)]
$ManagementClass,
[Switch]
[Parameter(Mandatory = $false)]
$KeyOnly
function Get-SCOMClassKeyProperty {
param(
$ManagementClass
$ManagementClass.PropertyCollection | ? {$_.Key}
If ($ManagementClass.Hosted) {
Get-SCOMClassKeyProperty -ManagementClass $ManagementClass.FindHostClass()
If ($ManagementClass.Base) {
Get-SCOMClassKeyProperty -ManagementClass (Get-SCOMClass $ManagementClass.Base.Id)
function Get-SCOMClassAllProperty {
param(
$ManagementClass
$ManagementClass.PropertyCollection
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Get-SCOMClassAllProperty -ManagementClass (Get-SCOMClass $ManagementClass.Base.Id)
$ManagementClassProperty = Get-SCOMClassKeyProperty -ManagementClass $ManagementClass
If (!$KeyOnly) {
$ManagementClassProperty += Get-SCOMClassAllProperty -ManagementClass $ManagementClass
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If you need to do it in SCOM 2007 R2 then you can try my scripts from this examples http://systemcenter4all.wordpress.com/2013/05/15/scom-monitoringclass-functions/. Last should work in 2007 R2 and in 2012. Example in thread will work only in 2012.
For example just run command:
New-SCOMManagementGroupConnection
$ManagementClassName = "Microsoft.SQLServer.Database"
$ManagementClass = Get-SCOMClass -Name $ManagementClassName
Get-SCOMClassProperty -ManagementClass $ManagementClass -KeyOnly | select Name
Vladimir Zelenov | http://systemcenter4all.wordpress.com

TS3297 After updating to ios6 I am mostly unable to download apps, about 95% of the time I get a box saying "cannot connect to iTunes Store". Have checked for more updates and been around in circles on apple tech "support", any ideas anyone?

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