MySQL 8.4 Support Now Available in CloudLinux OS (Gradual Rollout)

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CloudLinux has released support for MySQL 8.4 LTS through the CloudLinux MySQL Governor. This release from MySQL brings important improvements designed to make your databases faster, more secure, and easier to manage.

Key benefits of MySQL 8.4 include:

  • Enhanced Query Optimization: Faster execution of complex queries, leading to quicker application response times for your customers.
  • Better Memory Management: More efficient memory usage is ideal for high-traffic applications, allowing you to host more users on existing hardware.
  • Improved Security: Take advantage of improved encryption features and more granular privilege management to better protect sensitive data.
  • Advanced Diagnostics: Upgraded monitoring and diagnostic tools help you pinpoint and resolve database performance issues faster.

This new version of MySQL is fully managed by our MySQL Governor, giving you the latest MySQL improvements alongside the stability and resource control you expect from CloudLinux OS.

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Version Compatibility

MySQL 8.4 is compatible with the following MySQL Governor versions or newer:

  • governor-mysql-1.2-129 for CloudLinux OS 7, 8, and 9
  • governor-mysql-1.2-130 for Ubuntu

Installation and Update Process

MySQL 8.4 packages are currently available via the beta repository and started gradual rollout:

Install now from Beta:

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yum update governor-mysql –enablerepo=cloudlinux-updates-testing

/usr/share/lve/dbgovernor/mysqlgovernor.py –mysql-version=mysql84

/usr/share/lve/dbgovernor/mysqlgovernor.py –install-beta

Install from Stable (available for all servers in 2-3 weeks):

yum install governor-mysql

/usr/share/lve/dbgovernor/mysqlgovernor.py –mysql-version=mysql84

/usr/share/lve/dbgovernor/mysqlgovernor.py –install

Support and Resources

The availability of MySQL 8.4 in CloudLinux OS demonstrates our commitment to providing cutting-edge database technology while maintaining the stability and security that hosting providers require. This update ensures CloudLinux OS users can take advantage of the latest MySQL improvements while benefiting from the CloudLinux MySQL Governor’s comprehensive resource management capabilities.

For more details about MySQL 8.4, review the official release notes

 

 

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