Sources for software updates

A software update is a change or fix to a program that replaces the older version. There may just be a few tweaks to improve the way it works, or it could offer entirely new features. Updates or patches are also done to fix security vulnerabilities. These updates are usually provided at regular intervals by the software manufacturer and are usually downloaded from the internet to the device. Software updates can also come from internal development teams.

It is important to ensure that updates or patches are only obtained from a genuine source provided by the software manufacturer to avoid installing malicious software. Official sources usually include websites provided by the software manufacturer or automatic updates. Government Institutions should follow instructions from the software manufacturer on how to get the updates and how to properly install them.