Brent • 1/16/2026

Not optional

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The article argues against users expecting multi-year support for open source projects without updates, comparing it to neglecting car maintenance. It explains that postponing updates increases technical debt, making eventual upgrades more difficult and costly, and emphasizes that the cost of staying current is a mandatory part of using software.

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