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Spaceman9
April 25th, 2010, 05:53 PM
Is it still true that if I install the LTS version of Kubuntu that I'll be stuck with the versions of software that it comes with? Or, will the versions of the software it comes with be updated during the three years it's good for?

Can I convert my present install of Kubuntu 9.10 to Kubuntu 9.10 LTS by installing Synaptic and clicking on Settings>Updates>Long>term>support>releases>only?

I'd prefer using the 10.04 LTS version but not if I'll be stuck with software I can't upgrade. Thanks for any help.

snowpine
April 25th, 2010, 06:13 PM
Yes, that is the definition of "Long Term Support": well-tested software that is known to be stable. All Ubuntu releases are "frozen" at the application versions that are current at the time of release, and receive only minor bug fixes and security patches for their lifespan.

If you want the most up to date software, you should upgrade to the new releases every six months.

Spaceman9
April 25th, 2010, 07:09 PM
If you want the most up to date software, you should upgrade to the new releases every six months.


Thanks for your help snowpine. I'll have to rethink my priorities.

snowpine
April 25th, 2010, 07:41 PM
Thanks for your help snowpine. I'll have to rethink my priorities.

Your're welcome!

LTS priority = Stability