Keeping your software up to date, 65 keeping your software up to date – Apple MacBook (13-inch, Mid 2010) User Manual

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Chapter 4

Problem, Meet Solution

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Make sure your MacBook is within antenna range of the other computer or the
network’s access point. Nearby electronic devices or metal structures can interfere
with wireless communication and reduce this range. Repositioning or rotating the
computer might improve reception.

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Check the Wi-Fi (Z) status icon in the menu bar. Up to four bars appear, indicating
signal strength. If the signal strength is weak, try changing your location.

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Get help online by choosing Help > Help Center, and then searching for “wi-fi.”
Also see the instructions that came with the wireless device for more information.

Keeping Your Software Up to Date

You can connect your MacBook to the Internet and automatically download and install
the latest free software versions, drivers, and other enhancements from Apple.

When your MacBook is connected to the Internet, Software Update checks to see if
any updates are available for your computer. You can set your MacBook to check for
updates periodically, and then you can download and install updated software.

To check for updated software:

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Choose Apple () > System Preferences.

2

Click the Software Update icon and follow the onscreen instructions.

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For more information, search for “Software Update” in Help Center.

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For the latest information about Mac OS X, go to www.apple.com/macosx.

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