Problem updating GarageBand on a new Mac

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I just got a new MacBook Air to replace my recently deceased Mac Mini.

The app store reported updates that were needed and I dutifully clicked “Update All”.

When the system got to GarageBand it reported:

“This update is not available for this Apple ID either because it was bought by a different user or the item was refunded or cancelled.”

Say what? It’s a brand new computer (loaded with data from Time Machine from my old computer). Also - I’ve never used GarageBand. I waited all week to see if anything changed, but apparently not.

Any ideas?

TIA,

Sam

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Something went screwy, Probably the easiest thing to do is to just delete Garageband off your Mac and get a fresh copy off the Mac App Store under your usual account, it’s free.

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Tommy - That’s the smartest idea I’ve heard yet. Thanks!

Sam

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