diff --git a/VERSION b/VERSION
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@@ -1 +1 @@
-2.1.7
+2.1.8
diff --git a/docs/README.md b/docs/README.md
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 ## Models
 
-The fabric service is comprised of the following models:
+The fabric service is composed of the following models:
 
 - `FabricService`. Global service-related parameters such as the name of the service
     - `autoconfig`. Determines whether the fabric is automatically configured.