Mac OS X 10.2.3 released via Software Update

After Connectix pre-announced the OS update in its Virtual PC 6.0 ReadMe file, Apple has released Mac OS X 10.2.3 via the Software Update component. The update is a 51 MB download. The description, from Software Update, is as follows:

"The 10.2.3 Update delivers enhanced functionality and improved reliability for the following applications, utilities, and technologies: AppleScript, Classic compatibility, Disk Copy, Disk Utility, Image Capture, Mail, OpenGL, Print Center, and Rendezvous. It provides audio, disc recording, graphics, printing improvements, as well as AFP and WebDAV networking improvements. The update also provides updated security services and includes the latest Security Updates."

New Knowledge Base articles describe the new update, as well as Mac OS X Server 10.2.3:

• (#107263) Mac OS X: About the Mac OS X 10.2.3 Update
• (#107264) Mac OS X: About the Mac OS X 10.2.3 Update (Combo)
• (#107265) Mac OS X Server: About the Mac OS X Server 10.2.3 Update
• (#107266) Mac OS X Server: About the Mac OS X Server 10.2.3 Update (Combo)

UPDATE: After installing Mac OS X 10.2.3 on our in-house Power Macintosh G4/733, iTunes and other applications fail to recognize the presence of the internal CD-RW/DVD combo drive. No external devices seem to be adversely affected.

If you are having troubleshoting issues with Mac OS X 10.2.3, please drop us a line at late-breakers@macfixit.com.

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