Extended Stable Update for Desktop
The Extended Stable channel has been updated to 156.0.8078.88 for Windows and Mac which will roll out over the coming days/weeks. Security changes will be updated shortly A full list of changes in this build is available in the log . Interested in switching release channels? Find out how here . If you find a new issue, please let us know by filing a bug . The community help forum is also a great place to reach…
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Home users · Small businesses · Enterprises
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