Apple Mac OS X 10.6.1 Update
10/09/09 18:01
Apple has released Mac OS X 10.6.1. The first upgrade to Snow Leopard is available through Software Update and will be downloaded automatically if you have ‘Check for Updates’ selected in your System Preferences.
“The 10.6.1 Update is recommended for all users running Mac OS X Snow Leopard version and includes general operating system fixes that enhance the stability, compatibility and security of your Mac.”
There are specific fixes in several areas:
For detailed information on this update, please visit the Apple support website: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT38103
Corresponding security patches have also been release with 10.6.1 and are described in the following knowledgebase article: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1222
“The 10.6.1 Update is recommended for all users running Mac OS X Snow Leopard version and includes general operating system fixes that enhance the stability, compatibility and security of your Mac.”
There are specific fixes in several areas:
- compatibility with Sierra Wireless 3G modems
- a fix to prevent DVD playback from stopping unexpectedly
- resolution of a problem where automatic account setup in Mail might fail
- printer compatibility drivers failing to be displayed correctly in the printer browser
- problems removing items form the Dock
- unresponsiveness of Motion 4
For detailed information on this update, please visit the Apple support website: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT38103
Corresponding security patches have also been release with 10.6.1 and are described in the following knowledgebase article: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1222