3.1.2.1.2 Supported MySQL Server Versions

MySQL server versions are divided into the Innovation track and Long-Term-Support (LTS)/BugFix tracks:

Innovation Track

If you desire access to the latest features and improvements and enjoy staying on top of the latest technologies, then MySQL innovation track is the best fit for you. It is ideal for developers and database administrators working in fast-paced environments with high levels of automated tests and modern continuous integration techniques for faster upgrade cycles. If you want the latest features, improvements, and all bug fixes for the MySQL database, use the innovation release track.

LTS/BugFix Tracks

LTS/Bugfix tracks contain only necessary fixes, so they are a better choice if your environment requires established database software behavior. Features can be removed and added only in the first version of an LTS release (such as 8.4.0 LTS) but not later versions (such as 8.4.1 LTS and 8.4.2 LTS) in the same LTS release.