Managing Solaris Patches by Using the patchadd Command (Tasks)

Patch management involves applying Solaris patches and software updates to a system. Patch management might also involve removing unwanted or faulty patches. Removing patches is also called backing out patches.

This chapter provides step-by-step instructions on how to manage Solaris patches by using the patchadd command. For additional information, see the patchadd(1M) man page.

The following overview information is in this chapter:

• Types of Patches

• Accessing Solaris Patches

• Managing Patches in the Solaris Operating System

• Solaris Patch Management Terms and Definitions

• Managing Solaris Patches by Using the patchadd Command (Task Map)

For information about applying patches to diskless client systems, see Patching Diskless Client OS Services.

For information about recommended strategies and practices for using Solaris patches, see Solaris Patch Management: Recommended Strategies.