Keeping Tailscale clients up-to-date

Tailscale is enhancing its client software by introducing auto-update features across all platforms to streamline the process of implementing performance improvements, new features, and security fixes. While platforms like the Apple App Store and Google Play Store already offer automatic updates, Tailscale has developed its own system for those that do not. The auto-update option, available in Beta starting with Tailscale 1.52, is off by default, allowing users to enable it manually if desired. Tailscale ensures stability through thorough testing, with stable releases being even-numbered versions, and encourages users to perform regular small updates to maintain system reliability. The company is also working on improving update scheduling to minimize disruptions and is providing tools for administrators to manage updates within organizations, thereby enhancing the overall user experience, whether for individual users or corporate environments.