10.6.8 - removed startup items, login options

[djc6]

I upgraded from 10.6.7 to 10.6.8 using the combo installer (out of superstition). Anyways, when restarting, I had to enter my password which was odd - my automatic login option was reset. I also noticed all my startup items were removed. Anyone else experience this with the combo or delta updater?

 

[Peter Franks]

What is combo as opposed to just doing software update? I did a search for it and the 'combo' d/l of update is 1GB, what's the difference?

And as few seem to be having trouble with this new update, is it something to avoid downloading anyway?

 

[djc6]

What is combo as opposed to just doing software update?

The Combo updater includes ALL changes from 10.6.0 -> 10.6.8. The delta updater, it only includes the changes made from 10.6.7 -> 10.6.8.

In theory, both should get you to the same place - 10.6.8. The combo updater is useful if you haven't been updating regularly, or just did a fresh install of snow leopard. That way, you can just install the combo updater - versus installing 10.6.5, then 10.6.6, 10.6.7, 10.6.8 for example.

Some folks think using the combo updater yields better results, even if the delta updater would suffice. I don't have any facts to back this up; I think its based on a couple bad delta updates many, many years ago.

 

[Peter Franks]

Thanks, Was in an Apple store today and they weren't even aware of this update!