On the Windows Safari Auto-Install Issue

Maybe you’ve heard about the bit of hoopla over the recent Windows iTunes software update by Apple that also had “Install Safari” checked on by default? If not, you’re not missing much but it’s making the rounds.

My opinion on it, and because I have a website and a blog and an opinion I’m thus eminently qualified to opine about it, is this:

Software updates should only ever update the software stated. Period. The user should never be surprised by the results of a software update. To do otherwise potentially damages trust in the update process which, especially on Windows, may be the most important maintenance process a user under-takes.