OS X 10.3.7 Released

12.15.04 | Apple

For those who don’t yet know, an update to OS X (10.3.7 - Client & Server) was released today and is available via Software Update or as standalone installers. Personally, I prefer to download the standalone installers if at all possible. That way I’m sure everything installed is up to date. The download is much larger (97mb vs. 14mb to 27mb), but it’s well worth it to me in order to be sure I’m current. It’s saved me headaches in the long run. Be sure to use Yasu to repair permissions & restart again after you’ve restarted from the update.

What’s New in this Version
Delivers enhanced functionality and improved reliability for Mac OS X v10.3 Panther and is recommended for all users.

Key enhancements include:

• network volumes are now available in the Finder sidebar and Desktop for convenient access
• improved file sharing and directory services for Mac (AFP), UNIX (NFS) PC (SMB/CIFS), PPTP, and wireless networks
• improved support for NTFS formatted volumes
• improved reliability of user logins, mounting of home directories in a networked environment, and launch of network applications
• improved PostScript and USB printing
• improved font management
• improved disc burning and recording functionality
• improved Bluetooth compatibility for Apple Wireless Keyboard and Mouse and Bluetooth phones.
• iPods connected via USB 2.0 are now recognized by iTunes and iSync
• improved Open GL technology and updated ATI and NVIDIA graphics drivers
• updated Address Book, Calculator, Disk Utility, DVD Player, Image Capture, Mail, Preview, Safari, Stickies, and QuickTime applications
• improved compatibility for third party applications
• additional support for FireWire and USB devices
• FileVault, FireWire 800 and WebDAV improvements from Update 10.3.1
• previous standalone security updates and Bluetooth Update 1.5.1