How to install the latest Linux kernel on Ubuntu (and should you)

ZDNET The latest kernel has arrived, but as you've probably already assumed, it won't be available to Ubuntu distributions for some time. Why is that? Ubuntu has always been a step behind with the latest releases of software because it takes a rather Debian-like approach to upgrades. In other words, stability takes priority. It's not that the latest kernel isn't stable, but the teams behind the distributions haven't had the time to fully test the newest release against the entirety of the operating system. Also: The 5 best rolling release Linux distributions - and why you should be using one That doesn't stop you from wanting all the new features, patches, and bug fixes that come along with the latest, greatest kernel. If you're itching to test (or use) the latest kernel on Ubuntu (or Ubuntu-based distributions), you're not out of luck, as you can install the latest kernel, and I'm going to show you how. Keep in mind that it's generally best to wait for the kernel to hit the stan ... Read full article.