Upgrade macOS

When should you use the Upgrade macOS Worklet?

This Upgrade macOS Worklet script upgrades the endpoint to the desired version of macOS. A software update for any Mac model is sometimes necessary to keep things running smoothly and provide your end users with a better experience.

Note: M1 Macs require authentication by an admin with a secure token, so this Worklet opens the cached installer to prompt the end user to proceed with the upgrade process. Intel Macs can still upgrade in a more automated fashion with this Worklet.

How does the Upgrade macOS Worklet work?

This script upgrades the endpoint to the desired version of macOS. You’ll need to determine the OS version based on the "Darwin Version": Monterey, Big Sur, Catalina, Mojave, or High Sierra. Remember, macOSName is the name of the OS to be downloaded and it’s case-sensitive.

Don’t forget to check the OS version, set the number to match the desired version of macOS, and check to make sure the installer is there before proceeding. 

Top reasons to upgrade your macOS

When Apple releases a new version of the macOS operating system, it typically includes important improvements, bug fixes, and security updates that enhance the overall performance and functionality of your Mac endpoints. 

Here's why upgrading macOS is important:

1. Improved System Preferences

Upgrading macOS often brings new features and enhancements to the System Preferences, the central hub for customizing various settings on your Mac. These updates can offer better control over your system.

2. Enhanced Mac Operating System

Each new macOS version introduces advancements in the core operating system, optimizing performance, stability, and security. By upgrading, your end users can benefit from these enhancements, which may include faster startup times, improved battery life, better memory management, and overall smoother operation.

3. Bug Fixes and Security Patches

Apple actively addresses software bugs and security vulnerabilities with each macOS update. By upgrading, you receive bug fixes that rectify known issues, minimizing crashes, glitches, and unexpected behavior. Additionally, these updates include essential security patches that protect your Mac from potential threats and vulnerabilities, keeping your data and privacy secure.

4. Better Compatibility and Support

As time progresses, older macOS versions may lose compatibility with newer software, applications, and devices. By upgrading to the latest macOS version, you ensure compatibility with a broader range of software and hardware components.

Additionally, Apple's support and assistance are generally focused on the most recent macOS versions. Upgrading helps you stay within their supported ecosystem, ensuring access to the latest technical assistance and resources if needed.

Upgrading macOS is important for Mac users as it brings system improvements, bug fixes, security updates, and access to new features. And regularly updating macOS versions helps ensure the smooth functioning, stability, security, and compatibility of macOS endpoints, providing an optimized user experience.