Lifecycle Policy
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Version Lifecycle Timeline
Below is the life cycle schedule for released versions of the Alauda Build of Nexus operator:
Release Policy
A new version of the Alauda Build of Nexus operator is released every 4 months, updating the operator to the second-latest minor version officially released by Nexus.
Occasionally, Nexus releases may include incompatible changes. In such cases, Nexus officially provides Required Intermediate Versions, and Alauda will promptly provide a operator version for these releases.
The Nexus operator versions released by Alauda are typically 1-4 minor versions behind the latest official Nexus release, with a time lag of approximately 1-4 months.
Maintenance Policy
Alauda provides 12 months of maintenance support for each released version of the Nexus operator.
During the maintenance period, Alauda will provide the following services to customers:
- Track the patch versions released by Nexus and promptly provide patches containing bug fixes and security updates.
- Provide security updates that comply with Alauda's security standards.
- Assist customers in smoothly upgrading the Nexus operator to new versions.
Additionally, Alauda will release a security update every two months during the maintenance period to ensure the security and stability of the operator.