MacOS Update Status

This script checks the macOS software update status and configuration, identifying available system updates and displaying update history. It verifies automatic update settings and helps ensure systems remain current with security patches.

What it checks:

• Available macOS system updates
• Automatic update configuration status
• Recent update installation history
• Pending updates requiring restart
• Software Update service status

When to use: Run during routine maintenance to verify systems are up-to-date, before major deployments, or when investigating system issues that may be resolved by updates. Helps maintain security compliance.