[wellylug] Ubuntu LTS Desktop vs Server

[Jethro Carr]

On Tue, 2008-05-13 at 14:21 +1200, Jeff Hunt wrote:
> The world Open Source upgrading is a very different world from that of
> Microsoft and from what was going on in '98.
> 
> I originally thought I should use a stable platform for as long as
> possible, but in fact improvements are coming through so fast and the
> installation and upgrade tools are now so good that it is quite
> practical to upgrade on a 6 month or longer cycle as the mood takes
> you and remain a conservative computer user. To get access to up to
> date software you really need to be up to date with your OS.
> The other modern advantage of updating is that there are huge backup
> storage devices, even if you only borrow one. You can rescue all your
> existing files and then play at upgrading without any risk.
> I think you will hook into the regular upgrade path and not suffer any
> stress or disasters.
> I updated to Hardy Heron on four computers last week (two at work and
> two at home) and I'm getting restless for Intrepid Ibex, and they
> ain't even got it planned yet.

That all depends on your requirements. Fortunately, Linux caters for
both people who like to get the newest features as well as those who
prefer feature stability.

Personally, I like to remain with the stable release and only upgrade
when needed. I find that there are very few changes I ever want to
upgrade for, usually the only reason I upgrade is to gain new hardware
support or because I need an OS version with a longer security support
life.


-- 
Jethro Carr

www.jethrocarr.com
www.jethrocarr.com/index.php?cms=blog

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