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# Magento versions
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 Magento is available in two versions: 
+ Magento Open Source (formerly known as Community Edition) 
+ Magento Commerce

For version differences, see the [feature comparison on the Adobe Commerce website](https://magento.com/compare-open-source-and-magento-commerce).

Adobe Commerce Open Source is available only for self-hosting. Magento Commerce is available for self-hosting or as part of Magento Commerce Cloud, now known as [Adobe Commerce](https://business.adobe.com/products/magento/magento-commerce.html).