[Noob] Is it worth getting a LTS kernel?
I’ve heard LTS kernels offer more stability, but lack the latest features. How likely is my system to break with the standard kernel?
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I’ve heard LTS kernels offer more stability, but lack the latest features. How likely is my system to break with the standard kernel?
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