Software Updates (Apple)
The Software Updates section provides essential information and guidance on keeping your Apple products up to date with the latest operating system (OS) and third-party software updates. It covers both OS updates, including iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and tvOS, as well as updates for popular third-party applications. Stay ahead of the curve by learning how to check for and install the latest OS updates, ensuring your devices benefit from enhanced features, performance improvements, and crucial security patches. Discover tips and best practices for managing updates for third-party software, optimizing compatibility, and maximizing the stability and security of your Apple products. By regularly updating your OS and third-party software, you'll enjoy an optimized and secure experience on your Apple devices.
How Apple OS Update Management Evolved in FileWave
Apple OS update management in FileWave has moved from client-managed software update catalogs to ...
Block OS Updates and Installers
Whist iOS/iPadOS may only be updated using Settings, macOS can alternatively be updated using the...
Deploy a macOS High Sierra Update Package with a Fileset (Legacy)
This is a historical workaround for macOS High Sierra 10.13.1 to 10.13.2 and FileWave engineering...
Apple MDM OS Software Updates
What Apple devices enrolled in MDM report the operating-system updates Apple makes available for ...
Apple Software Lookup Service (GDMF) option for OS updates
What Before FileWave 14.7+ the MDM protocol only displayed updates reported by devices. Apple's ...
Apple Background Security Improvements (formerly Rapid Security Response)
Starting with FileWave 16.3.x, FileWave supports Apple's newer Background Security Improvements b...
macOS Erase and Install Fileset (Erase Optional)
Description Upgrading macOS or performing an erase-and-install workflow both require a full macOS...
Nudge for macOS Software Updates
What Nudge is a multilingual notification tool for macOS Big Sur 11 and later. It gives users con...
S.U.P.E.R.M.A.N. for macOS Software Updates (macOS Script)
What is S.U.P.E.R.M.A.N.? S.U.P.E.R.M.A.N. (Software Update Policy Enforcement with Recursive Mes...
Software Updates in the age of macOS MDM (Big Sur v11.0+ / iOS 15+)
What For many years now, FileWave has leveraged the Software Update tool on macOS devices to eva...