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From: "Michael G. Goodell" <michael2043@comcast.net>
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Subject: Which FreeBSD For A Production System
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Which release of FreeBSD is best for a production environment? I am aware of
the different branches of development: CURRENT, STABLE, RELEASE and I
*think* I understand the meaning of each from what I have read. Perhaps not
since I am writing this question! But, what I would like to know is when I
am setting up a production system, or desktop for that matter, which is
considered *THE* most stable of the choices in versions. Is it in the 4.x
branch, 5x etc...

Where can I get clarification on this topic - any direction would be
welcome.

Thanks,

Michael