Monterey security update 12.6.3 won't install after downloading.

Have tried twice now to download this security update, but, after downloading, it seems to hang at about 20 to 15 minutes remaining. Tried getting to update with website, but no dice. Anyone else have this problem?

MacBook Air 13″, macOS 12.6

Posted on Feb 3, 2023 10:58 AM

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ozarkwoman Author

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16 points

Feb 3, 2023 12:24 PM in response to ozarkwoman

After four or five tries and a 40-minute walk, it finally installed. Sheesh.

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