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Up to date

In software, up to date is the state of having the most recent available version, with all available updates installed.

In plain English

It means the software is on the newest version that is available. Nothing newer is offered for it, and every available update has already been installed.

In context

Here, it reports that the installed software already has the newest available version and all available updates installed.

Situation
Installing, updating, licensing, and checking compatibility for applications
What it communicates
reports that the installed version is current

Meaning limits

By itself, this status does not show whether the software is compatible, licensed, or working correctly.

Examples

“After the last available update installed, the payroll software was up to date.”

Core meaning

“When it checked for new versions, the installer reported that the software was up to date.”

In context