Advantages of Ubuntu LTS versions over regular Ubuntu?

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Do the LTS versions of Ubuntu have any advantages for the non-paying customers (who don't get any support?)

From the tech spec only, these versions seem outdated in many aspects - mainly drivers and installed software versions.

For instance, My previous (bounty!) problem regarding the AGN 5100 drivers would have been solved under Ubuntu 9.04.

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