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add FAQ about version numbers

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Dr. Stephen Henson 2012-04-05 13:16:37 +00:00
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@ -10,6 +10,7 @@ OpenSSL - Frequently Asked Questions
* Why aren't tools like 'autoconf' and 'libtool' used?
* What is an 'engine' version?
* How do I check the authenticity of the OpenSSL distribution?
* How does the versioning scheme work?
[LEGAL] Legal questions
@ -173,6 +174,19 @@ just do:
pgp TARBALL.asc
* How does the versioning scheme work?
After the release of OpenSSL 1.0.0 the versioning scheme changed. Letter
releases (e.g. 1.0.1a) can only contain bug and security fixes and no
new features. Minor releases change the last number (e.g. 1.0.2) and
can contain new features that retain binary compatibility. Changes to
the middle number are considered major releases and neither source nor
binary compatibility is guaranteed.
Therefore the answer to the common question "when will feature X be
backported to OpenSSL 1.0.0/0.9.8?" is "never" but it could appear
in the next minor release.
[LEGAL] =======================================================================
* Do I need patent licenses to use OpenSSL?