The most amazing thing
I keep both a Windoze machine and an Ubuntu Linux machine on my desk. There are a few applications that I need to use for embedded development that just aren’t available on Linux so I need to keep the Windoze machine around. It’s actually been months since I’ve used it though. I use Ubuntu exclusively for office stuff, web surfing, email, and entertainment like listening to music or watching DVDs. (I have 4 computers and no working TV).
When I first turn on the computer in the morning there is often a notification for software updates. These usually go pretty fast so I let the computer update itself while I fix my coffee and oatmeal.
A few months ago, the most amazing thing happened. There was a notification that an entirely new revision of Ubuntu was available for download. Being cautious, I deferred doing that update until after work. I spent an hour or so backing up some critical files to the computer that I use as a CVS and Subversion server. Then I started the update which only took about half an hour. A lot of software, including the Linux Kernel was changed. When I rebooted the computer, I was prepared for the worst but everything just worked! Some applications were even a little faster!
Isn’t that the most amazing thing?