Graphics Reference
In-Depth Information
Checking for Updates Online
As time passes, Illustrator—like any other program—will change. There are two types
of changes to a program: updates and patches. Updates are improvements to a program
such as a new feature, option, or command. Patches are software fixes for problems dis-
covered after the public release of the program. The good news is that both updates and
patches are free, and once downloaded, are self-installing. Adobe gives you two ways to
check for changes. You can check manually by going to the Adobe web site, or automat-
ically through the Adobe Application Manager. The Adobe Application Manager Prefer-
ences dialog box allows you to set update options for Illustrator and other installed Adobe
