Why end-of-life LTS releases in April?

[john]

Hi jonathan,
>>
>> I'd be interested in someone setting me straight if I am way of base here.
>
> I don't think it's that big a deal.

I noticed :-)

>
> * Each LTS release is supported on the desktop for 3 years
> * There is a new LTS release every 2 years
>
> That means that when a new LTS release is made, you have an entire
> year available to upgrade to the next version.

Understood. Although I often work on the "if it ain't broke principle."

>
> If someone can't set one day aside for upgrades and possibly some
> troubleshooting for an upgrade in a year every 2 years, then they are
> seriously in need of an assistant :)

Well, one day would be lovely. My experience is that it takes several
weeks, but I suppose mmv.

Anyway, thanks for the response to my rumination!

john