Explanation
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Learn how Canonical determines which updates qualify for SRUs, who supervises the update process, who contributes and what responsibilities they have.

Which updates we release
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We follow strict rules to ensure that SRUs fix real-world problems and introduce no disruptions.

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    principles
    requirements

Who releases updates
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The SRU team and other stakeholders review and release updates. Community members outside of Canonical can contribute in the process.

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    pipeline
    roles

Processes
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You must follow these rules when you upload a package update. Processes such as automatic tests, phasing and user reports prevent regressions in updates. Certain exceptions to standard processes are possible.

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    standard-processes
    non-standard-processes
    further-requirements