This article explains the MacOS update process that users will see on their machines. A MacOS update is a system update that is released by Apple to improve security or to add new features.
MacOS updates are set to run once per week. A window will pop up to alert the user that updates are needed and give the option to defer those updates for a limited time.
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If a restart is needed at the end of updates, you should get a notification to restart like the one below.
To kick updates off manually follow these steps:
Click System Settings from the dock.
Click General, then click Software Updates.
Click Restart.
The computer should restart and run any updates needed.
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