Apple Installing Final Cut Express 4 - Manual (Page 3)

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Upgrading Mac OS X and QuickTime
Before you install Final Cut Express, update your system software to make sure that you
have the latest version of Mac OS X installed. You also need to upgrade to the latest
version of QuickTime. QuickTime is an industry standard for working with digital video
and is required for Final Cut Express.
Note: For minimum software requirements, see the Before You Install Final Cut Express
document on the Final Cut Express installation disc.
Important: You must purchase Mac OS X v10.4 Tiger or later if you’re upgrading from
Mac OS X v10.3 Panther or an earlier version.
To update your system software:
1 Choose Apple menu > Software Update.
A dialog appears showing new or updated software available for your computer.
2 If necessary, follow the onscreen instructions to update Mac OS X and QuickTime to the
latest versions.