Raising the minimum requirements for hosting and using Octopus Server

In a 2019 announcement, Octopus Server outlined upcoming changes to its system requirements, which include raising the minimum required operating systems to Windows Server 2012 R2 and SQL Server 2017+, while ending support for Internet Explorer 11. The changes aim to streamline their codebase by focusing on .NET Core 3.x, which is compatible with Windows Server 2012 R2, and to leverage advanced JSON features in SQL Server 2017 for improved performance and security. While these updates may initially present challenges, Octopus believes they will enhance the overall functionality and security of their services, encouraging users to adopt modern operating environments. The company provided guidance on upgrading both operating systems and database servers, and assured users that deployments would remain compatible with older systems. They also acknowledged the declining relevance of Internet Explorer 11 and advised users to transition to modern browsers for a better experience. Additionally, Octopus is preparing to support hosting on Linux, further expanding their platform's flexibility.