I tried using arch based distributions but the need for constant manual babysitting has turned me off them. Packages randomly break and require hours of work t

I tried using arch based distributions but the need for constant manual babysitting has turned me off them. Packages randomly break and require hours of work to fix. Non-rolling distribution will usually only break when there is major upgrade which can be scheduled for when you have the time to deal with it. Pacman only works in interactive mode so using it on a headless means at least weekly session. Randomly that will use up an hour or two when something breaks, and it will. Ubuntu based LTS distribution will last a couple of years without needing manual intervention after initial installation, and much longer if you don't upgrade to next LTS until the EOL. Finally, if you need old software to build old version of something, Arch based distribution is useless. On Ubuntu I can download and install version 14.04 without much hassle (and even older with a bit of work) and build that old Android or sdk for device that is no longer supported but with Arch...don't waste your time, its not happening.