Windows and Mac OS Updates

In today's world of ever-changing technology, worms, viruses, etc. keeping your computers up-to-date has become a necessity. It is very important to keep your operating system software up-to-date. below are links and information on current operating systems

Windows

If you don't have a Windows Update icon, you can go to the Windows Update webpage at:
http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com

At this page Microsoft will check your computer, see what operating system you are using and what updates you need. At this time we suggest applying all critical and security updates, and then Service packs as needed. For more information you can go to the specific operating system pages at Microsoft by clicking on the links below.

Mac

Macs aren't as vulnerable at this time but keeping your OS up-to-date is still important.
OS X has an update feature built-in.
The best starting point for downloads is at the Apple Featured Software Downloads at:
http://www.info.apple.com/support/downloads.html

Another good location for older updates is the Apple Support Area.

More specific to each Mac OS can be found at:
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