Kernel update???

Quick question: I am using the stock 2.4.4 kernel that comes ith 7.2 and was considering upgrading to a more recent kernel. Is there any reason to do this? In particular, I am trying to understand what I should consider when deciding to update a kernel; what questions should I be asking myself? -- Jon Tillman www.smokingpipes.com www.tobaccoreviews.com www.eruditum.org