关于GA版linux-generic内核的驱动更新频率咨询

Hey there! Let me break down how the GA linux-generic kernel handles driver updates, since you already have the HWE kernel's 6-month LTS-linked cycle figured out:

• Driver update rhythm: Unlike HWE kernels that refresh their entire driver stack every 6 months alongside new LTS base versions, the GA (General Availability) kernel is the stable foundation tied directly to your initial Ubuntu LTS release. Its updates are focused almost entirely on critical security patches and high-impact bug fixes—you won’t see regular, full driver version upgrades to support new hardware here.
• Consistency over novelty: Throughout the full support lifecycle of your LTS (for example, 5 years for Ubuntu 22.04 LTS), the GA kernel’s driver stack stays mostly as it was when the LTS launched. New driver features or support for recent hardware won’t be added unless a specific driver has a severe vulnerability or stability issue that requires an urgent patch.
• Quick use-case callout: If you need to support hardware that wasn’t available when your LTS first launched, HWE is the better pick. GA is perfect if you prioritize rock-solid stability over cutting-edge hardware compatibility, as it skips the frequent churn of driver stack refreshes.

备注：内容来源于stack exchange，提问作者lamp