The process of upgrading the operating system on Apple mobile devices using a computer-based application constitutes a core method for software maintenance. An example includes connecting an iPhone to a computer, initiating the update through the designated software, and installing the latest version of the mobile operating system.
This approach to system maintenance is valuable because it provides a reliable means of installing updates, particularly when over-the-air updates are problematic due to connectivity issues or insufficient storage space. Historically, it served as the primary method for software installation on these devices, predating widespread adoption of wireless updates.