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|. This is the most recent version in the current series {{{currentseries|}}}.x. | |. This is the most recent version in the current series {{{currentseries|}}}.x. | ||
===Older versions of the current series=== | ===Older versions of the current series=== | ||
If you are running an earlier version in the current series (a version in the {{{currentseries|}}}.x earlier than version{{{currentstable|}}}) it is recommended that you update to the current stable version as soon as possible. The current stable version has all the latest security enhancements, features, and bug fixes. | If you are running an earlier version in the current series (a version in the {{{currentseries|}}}.x earlier than version {{{currentstable|}}}) it is recommended that you update to the current stable version as soon as possible. The current stable version has all the latest security enhancements, features, and bug fixes. | ||
To bring your forum to the latest version in the current series, your options may include: | To bring your forum to the latest version in the current series, your options may include: | ||
*'''Package Manager Updates''', if you are using the previous version in the series. Available from [http://custom.simplemachines.org/upgrades/ Package Manager Updates]. If this works, it will retain your installed mods. | *'''Package Manager Updates''', if you are using the previous version in the series. Available from [http://custom.simplemachines.org/upgrades/ Package Manager Updates]. If this works, it will retain your installed mods. | ||
Revision as of 14:52, 31 May 2011
The current stable version, at download.simplemachines.org, is always recommended. This version has been tested and declared stable, and has all the latest features and security enhancements. Please read the client and server requirements for more information on installation requirements, to make certain your server will be able to run the current stable version of SMF. If you are preparing to install SMF for the first time, you should install the current stable version.
For forums that are limited to running earlier branches of SMF, the current stable version of that branch is recommended. This version has the latest available security features. For more information, please read about Installing, Updating, and Upgrading SMF. If you wish to convert from another forum system to SMF, please also read about Converting to SMF.
Current Stable Version
The current stable version is . If you have been using a development version (beta or RC), it is recommended that you install the current stable version () as soon as possible.
Development versions
Development versions (beta or RC) are not recommended for live SMF forums, as they are still being tested. Interested admins may install development versions in order to familiarize themselves with new features and options for users and administrators, and for testing. They are available at download.simplemachines.org. Many of your favorite mods may not be compatable for the development versions of the forum. Check your mods' support threads for more information on mods.
