Ubuntu LTS vs regular release

Question

Hi,

I was wondering, what is the difference between the LTS (Long Term Support) and the regular versions of Ubuntu? I know, the LTS releases are supported 3 and 5 years (desktop and server), but what difference does it make e.g. if I use 8.10?

Is it possible, in a couple of years I won't get any security updates for 8.10, only for 8.04 LTS?

Answer 1

That's it exactly.

The non LTS versions will stop receiving bug fixes + security / feature updates after 18 months, whereas the LTS versions get updates for longer (3/5 years).

Answer 2

Is it possible, in a couple of years I won't get any security updates for 8.10, only for 8.04 LTS?

Yes.

Answer 3

already answered,

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