Admin – Database Version Control

Versions allow users to keep up with the latest updates to BOS.

When you log in to BOS, the Version Number is displayed at the bottom of the screen.

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How to View Versions

1. From BOS Tools, click Admin (BOS) (Tile Menu).
2. Right-click a Subscriber and select View / Edit Databases from the context menu.
3. A list of Databases and Versions are displayed.
   • Note: See Upgrades for how to upgrade the version.

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Version Numbers Explained

BOS uses a three-tier software versioning system, which is a structured approach to track and manage changes in software development. It typically uses a format like X.Y.Z, where:

1. Major Version (X)

• Represents significant changes, major new features, or backwards-incompatible updates.
• Examples include redesigning the core architecture, removing outdated functionality, or introducing a substantial new feature set.
• Incrementing this number often signals that users may need to adapt their systems, learn new workflows, or migrate data.

2. Minor Version (Y)

• Indicates smaller feature updates, improvements, or significant enhancements that are backward-compatible.
• Examples include adding a new module, improving existing functionality, or extending system integrations.
• These updates enhance the software without disrupting existing workflows.

3. Patch Version (Z)

• Used for bug fixes, security patches, and small optimisations.
• Examples include resolving performance issues, fixing errors, or addressing compatibility issues.
• Patch updates are intended to maintain stability without introducing new features.

Example

If the software version is 2.4.1:

• 2: Major version – Indicates the second generation of the software.
• 4: Minor version – Indicates four significant feature updates have been added since version 2.0.0.
• 1: Patch version – Indicates one bug fix or patch has been applied since version 2.4.0.

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How to Disable a Version

• Version Statuses can be:
  • Pending: Only Beta testers should install this version.
  • Complete: It is safe for all users to install this version.
  • Cancelled: Nobody should install this version, and users must upgrade to the next version. Used when a version contains a critical flaw or has become outdated.

1. In Bos Tools, click Versions & Scripts (tile menu) under BOS.
2. Click Menu (button) > Versions.
3. Click Edit (button).
4. Navigate to the version number and change the Status to Cancelled.

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