That’s just Ubuntu Pro and it’s basically longer term kernel maintenance plus applies to the universe repo not just main. The only extra functionality is the ability to live patch the kernel. The base install works fine as is but some businesses require the extended support.

Our local school district hands out Dynabooks with Windows to every kid. They are so cheaply made that everyone just calls them “Chromebook”.

Sweeney doesn’t like games, he’s just into programming and game engines. That might help the disconnect between him and gamers.