While it would be straightforward to just hit the big “update” button or set up automatic updates, there is a risk that an updated version of the software can cause issues. Similar to how outdated software can cause security issues, new updates can cause instability. There is a careful balance of making sure that you have the newest version of software, but that the software is stable on your site.
While it is important to ensure that your site and its software are up to date it is also important that the newest version of a program does not cause severe problems that lead to a broken website. One of the easiest ways to prevent yourself from being caught with your website down is to make a backup copy of the site before updating. The backup is a copy of your site and all related software in the current version. After performing the update, you can check for issues on your site. You can use the backup to restore your site to its previous version if the update impacts your website’s functionality or design.
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