Security patches and updates
It’s common for software and apps to update automatically. But lots of software still requires help for updates. The purpose of updates is not to annoy – though that may sometimes be the result. Updates contain important changes that improve the performance, stability, and security of applications. Installing updates ensures that software continues to run safely and efficiently. Software should always be patched or updated to avoid security issues. The less secure app is, the fewer people will trust it. The software has its own updating dynamic.
Software should check for updates at least once per month. General software updates take about as much time as API updates, but the amount of effort required really depends on how much code you’re working with. Roughly speaking, regular updates will require 3–5% of the time spent on initial product development.