 Apple released Mac OS X 10.5.3, which is to overcome all issues that existed in Mac OS X 10.5.2. The update is currently only available via Software Update, but will soon be available via standalone delta and combo installers. The latest version includes 31 new bug fixes affecting Airport, Back to My Mac, Spaces, Time Machine and many other features.
Here is a sneak preview on what’s been fixed
General Features
- This version has Fixed a font issue that could result in Helvetica Narrow being used in applications instead of Helvetica.
- Also has Addressed an issue with stuttering video and audio playback in certain USB devices.
- Resolves stability issues with Word of the Day, iTunes Artwork, and Slideshow screen savers.
- Fixed an issue in which certain attached hard drives may not show up in the Finder.
More Fixes
- Improved 802.1X behavior and reliability.
- Improved reliability when using Time Capsule.
- iChat issues fixed.
- Resolved Few Mail issues like, Making it more stable
Improved Parental Controls
- Addresses reliability issues with application logging and time limits.
- Resolved an issue in which Parental Controls may prevent forced sleep.
- Improved performance with web content filters.
Enhanced Spaces with much needed fixes
- This version fixed an issue in which switching to a different space and returning back to the original space may reorder the application windows with a different active window.
- Resolved an issue in which activating an application from the Dock switches to a different space, even if there is a window for that application in the current space.
Time Machine Improved Compatibility
- Includes fixes for Time Machine compatibility with Time Capsule.
- Resolved certain issues when backing up a portable Mac that is on battery power.
- Fixed compatibility issues with Aperture 2.
- Fixed reliability issues when performing a full restore from a Time Machine backup.
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