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> Why not just outright reject issues on outdated version of the software? Decide that you won't support versions older than x and roll with that. This way the
by kazen44 6y ago
> Why not just outright reject issues on outdated version of the software? Decide that you won't support versions older than x and roll with that. This way the users can consider that when they weigh the risks of updating.
i don' t understand why this is not something more companies do.
Most operational systems (networking equipment, server equipment etc) have release cycles, in which current version -2 is the usual schedule in regards to support.
Or just do it the way openBSD does it, and only support the last two releases of the software.
- eyelidlessness 6y agoI’m a fan of this approach (or variations with a LTS schedule). But it’s worth noting that it’s also widely criticized depending on context. For instance, Apple has a similar support schedule for its various OSes, and that draws a ton of nerd ire because it’s frequently interpreted as “planned obsolescence”.