RetroPie - Ubuntu desktop choice?
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Hi,
I want to use RetroPie on a new machine with Ubuntu Desktop and I have two different options at the moment.
Ubuntu 18.04.1 LTS
Ubuntu 18.10My sole purpose is for RetroPie which will be displayed on my TV via HDMI.
Does it make any difference which version I choose. Does either version pose any issues for RetroPie/Emulationstation.
Which works better?Thanks,
Ward.
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Either version should work, choose the one that suits you better.
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Ubuntu 18.04 has 5 years of long term support (LTS, i.e. updates) for many of its software packages, whereas 18.10 only has 9 months. See https://www.ubuntu.com/about/release-cycle for more information. The number behind an LTS' version (e.g. 18.04.1) indicates the "point release" or "snapshot", a downloadable installation image which includes any previous updates. An installed Ubuntu LTS becomes the point release via the regular updates.
This may be negligible for a completely local RetroPie. But as soon as it's connected to a network and thus, prone to remote attacks, its system should be updated regularly, and an LTS strongly recommended.
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