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This is the official feed for the Fedora Project, a global free & open source software community sponsored by Red Hat.

We make Fedora Linux - an innovative free & open source operating system for computers, clouds, containers, and other hardware platforms.

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We're excited to meet community members and users at DevConf.IN 2026! See you on Feb 13-14!

➡️ https://www.devconf.info/in/

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Calls for proposals for Flock 2026 is open for two more days! Get your proposals in soon!

➡️ https://fedoramagazine.org/flock-2026-cfp-open-now-until-feb-2nd-2026/

@fedora@fosstodon.org avatar fedora , to random

Great article if you're a data analyst wondering how to use R on Fedora! We appreciate the extra insight that Hank brings to the role as it has evolved.

➡️ https://fedoramagazine.org/creating-data-analysis-pipelines-using-duckdb-and-rstudio/

@fedora@fosstodon.org avatar fedora , to random

Have you every wanted to go digging into Copr? Here are some packages you can try!

➡️ https://fedoramagazine.org/4-cool-new-projects-to-try-in-copr-for-december-2025/

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If you're a contributor to Fedora and would like to set up a Test Day for a change proposal, see here for more information. Test days for Fedora 44 coming soon!

➡️ https://discussion.fedoraproject.org/t/call-for-fedora-44-test-days/179034

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RE: https://fosstodon.org/@maxamillion/115750583128266042

Super grateful for the investment and involvement that Microsoft has made in open source, and in the Fedora Project specifically. They're joining the project just as other contributors would and becoming part of our community!

Some of their impact so far:

  • Modernizing Fedora Cloud image delivery
  • Enabling Secure Boot on ARM
  • Improving Fedora compatibility with Azure
  • Fedora on WSL

There's even talk of having Azure Linux treat Fedora more like an upstream!

@fedora@fosstodon.org avatar fedora , to random

If you haven't voted yet, elections for seats on the Fedora Engineering Steering Committee (FESCo) are on until Jan 7.

https://communityblog.fedoraproject.org/f43-election-extended/

Check out the interview responses from the 7 candidates available on our Community Blog!

https://communityblog.fedoraproject.org

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RE: https://social.gompa.me/@neal/115720625209870154

Neal is a super valued member of the Fedora and FOSS community. If you're interested in learning more about the project or curious about what he does, check out the stream!

@fedora@fosstodon.org avatar fedora , to random

Vojtux - Accessible Linux distro which is almost pure Fedora

Vojtěch Polášek has put together a technical preview of a version of Fedora that should work well for blind or visually impaired users. While his goal is explicitly to see these improvements and changes become part of Fedora itself, for now you can use this implementation based on the Fedora MATE spin. :)

➡️ https://www.freelists.org/post/orca/Announcing-Vojtux-Accessible-Linux-distro-which-is-almost-pure-Fedora

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Fedora 43 elections are coming up! Check out the schedule for candidate interviews and the voting window.

➡️ https://communityblog.fedoraproject.org/f43-election-extended/

@fedora@fosstodon.org avatar fedora , to random

Cornelius Emase organized a Fedora Docs workshop at Kirinyaga University in Kenya!

Not only is it great to support our documentation, but Cornelius is using this space as an entry point for people who are new to open source. :)

➡️ https://fedoramagazine.org/fedora-at-kirinyaga-university-docs-workshop/

@fedora@fosstodon.org avatar fedora , to random

Is it cool that Linus Torvalds uses Fedora Linux? Yes!

But the really cool thing is to use the Linux distro that works best for you. :)

Having Linux get covered on LTT is such a big win for the open source community as more techies realize there is another way!

➡️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mfv0V1SxbNA

But it is pretty neat tho what Linus uses 😎

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RE: https://fosstodon.org/@centos/115588045684086223

Reach Linux contributors by submitting a CFP! Here are the focus areas:

  • Package management, automated testing, and release deployment
  • Long term maintenance, backporting security updates, & secure supply chains
  • Developments in image-based operating systems and container base images
  • Delivering multiple-architecture or architecture-agnostic software.
  • Building community around distributions
  • Emerging technologies in the Linux ecosystem

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Thanks to all of the organizers and the attendees for the release party! See you in 6 months for the release of Fedora Linux 44. 🗓️

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Catch the livestream for the Fedora 43 release party, LIVE NOW!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xc11xW9XCU8&pp=ygUOZmVkb3JhIHByb2plY3Q%3D

And if you want to connect with Fedora community members, register for the event to join the Matrix chat for the party!

https://rsvp.fedoraproject.org/releases/f43/

@fedora@fosstodon.org avatar fedora , to random

Fedora 43 Release Party is happening tomorrow from 1-4pm UTC as an online event. Great for users and contributors!

Registering is brief and you can join the fun!

Learn more: https://fedoramagazine.org/join-us-for-the-fedora-linux-43-release-party/

See you there!

fedora OP ,
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@bittin feel better!

@fedora@fosstodon.org avatar fedora , to random

If you haven't yet, be sure to register for the Fedora 43 Release Party! We'd love the opportunity to connect with users and contributors alike. :)

This is a free, virtual event!

➡️ https://fedoramagazine.org/join-us-for-the-fedora-linux-43-release-party/

@fedora@fosstodon.org avatar fedora , to random

RE: https://fosstodon.org/@almalinux/115550020946694537

✋ Halt - you gotta answer this poll for science

fedora OP ,
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@heysupratim we actually do use Penpot in the Fedora Design Team! If you're interested in learning more, we can connect you directly with that team.

Once you jump into their Matrix chat, they will be able to get you set up.
https://docs.fedoraproject.org/en-US/design/get-involved/

Not saying that's what you're looking for, but highlighting the team just in case!

fedora OP ,
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@madomado in what way? There are many contributors who do use their real names, but I don't think it's necessary.

Maybe depending on what you're looking to do that may require more trust from the community, but that is different from having to use your name.

  • social media guy
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@fablog you may be able to contribute through the Websites & Apps Team!
https://docs.fedoraproject.org/en-US/websites/

fedora OP ,
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@madomado ah ok, in that case we'll defer to the packaging guidelines.

@pixelate@tweesecake.social avatar pixelate , to random

So last night, I tried Fedora 43. Fedora-Workstation-Live-43-1.6.x86_64.iso. The installer is now web based, making it really nice to use, even with just Tab and Shift + Tab. I was able to install it with no problem.

Now, first time setup had just one big issue, the timezone selector. It's keyboard accessible, and works like this: you start typing a city name, like Chicago, and then down arrow through suggestions and press Enter on the one you want. But Orca doesn't speak that there are suggestions available, and does not read which suggestion you select until you press Enter.

Other than that, Gnome desktop looks pretty good these days! The settings are much better, and that's about all I had time to test so far. Orca starts if you hit Alt Windows S at the installer and first setup, then starts after first setup is complete. The overview panel where you type to search doesn't read when it opens, but basically you just hit the Windows key and start typing what you want, and Orca reads what you hand on, and you can arrow through results. Notifications read too, and I'm thankful Gnome supports notifications.

@fedora

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@pixelate we're glad that first impressions of Fedora Workstation 43 have been good! If you notice any issues, especially around accessibility, please let us know.

fedora ,
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@GamingWithEars @pixelate our understanding is that Fedora MATE is the best spin to go with if you are blind or visually impaired, but hopefully that can change some soon as things improve with Wayland and overall accessibility.

@AlanF@fosstodon.org avatar AlanF , to random

Celebration time! I've been using Linux as my daily driver for 16 years! I first used it in 1996, but not consistently until 2009. Tried a lot of distros and settled on @fedora workstation.

Tux and a cake that says Linux 16 yrs
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fedora ,
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@AlanF happy 16th year on Linux! Looking forward to the next 16!

@Juankprada@mstdn.jp avatar Juankprada , to random

Although the project has gone in a direction I no longer want to move to, Fedora is still a special project for me. It’s the first FOS project I ever contributed and I learned a lot there.

Congratulations to everyone involved in this release and thank you for constantly pushing forward the Linux ecosystem.

https://fosstodon.org/@fedora/115545681161395953

fedora ,
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@Juankprada thanks for being part of the project! Always welcome back whenever, but also look out for other opportunities to contribute wherever you go. We appreciate it, and so will another project. :)

@fedora@fosstodon.org avatar fedora , to random

Under the hood quiet progress to keep your machine secure:

"Fedora Linux 43 will be the first release with RPM 6.0. Like I said, this should go unnoticed to end-users, but it is a significant change. RPM 6.0 provides some interesting security enhancements, like multiple key signing of packages. This should help future-proof package signing as we transition to post-quantum-crypto OpenPGP keys in future releases."

➡️ https://fedoramagazine.org/announcing-fedora-linux-43/

@tim@appdot.net avatar tim , to random

My 10yo was using Google Slides last night but wouldn’t let me see what he was doing. Suspicious, no? Especially with an autistic kid, but I let him have his space and didn’t bother him.

Opened his laptop this morning to perform updates and noticed he left his Slides open. The topic?

“Why immutable operating systems are the future”

Hey @fedora , you guys need an intern?

I should mention his laptop has Fedora Silverblue installed.

fedora ,
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@tim that's so awesome! We're always looking for more contributors. :)

@fedora@fosstodon.org avatar fedora , to random

Join the Fedora 43 Release Party on Fri, Nov 21!

It's a virtual event where you can hear directly from contributors and hang out. Good for anyone who wants to learn more about how Fedora is made!

Register (it's free btw): https://fedoramagazine.org/join-us-for-the-fedora-linux-43-release-party/

@fedora@fosstodon.org avatar fedora , (edited ) to random

As of Fedora Linux 43, would you make Fedora your go-to recommendation for someone's first Linux distro? Please check the response that most closely fits what you think.

Feel free to share your thoughts in the replies!

fedora OP ,
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@pazavaza there is Fedora Copr but it's not really the same.
https://copr.fedorainfracloud.org

@ba8842@mastodon.social avatar ba8842 , to random Arabic

@fedora I installed Fedora on my laptop, but the system did not recognize the sound card. What is the solution?
Should I provide you with the serial number of the laptop so that you can identify the problem and provide me with a solution?

fedora ,
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@ba8842 we recommend asking in our support forum for the best chance at a solution.

https://discussion.fedoraproject.org/c/ask/6

@trinux@masto.ai avatar trinux , to random Spanish

Hasta donde me da a mí el entendimiento las distros atómicas no son ediciones oficiales de @fedora . Por eso, supongo, que no es muy recomendable (de momento) que sean para el público en general.

Además tú mismo lo comentas: no bloquean lanzamientos si tienen fallos pendientes como sí ocurre en las ediciones oficiales.

Están guais tus charlicas, @sobrelamarcha. 😸

fedora ,
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@edlinks @trinux @sobrelamarcha si, los variantes que no son ediciones no se recomienden al mismo nivel que ediciones, pero si pensamos que son buenos para mucha gente.

@fedora@fosstodon.org avatar fedora , to random

Flock to Fedora 2026 will be in Prague, Czech Republic on Jun 14-16! As we work on the follow ups and learning from this year's conference, make plans to join the Fedora contributor community next year!

Learn more: https://fedoramagazine.org/flock-to-fedora-2026-prague/

@fedora@fosstodon.org avatar fedora , to random

Want to connect with the Fedora community?

We will be having the Fedora 43 virtual release party on Fri, Nov 21! More info to come.

Save the date!

@fedora@fosstodon.org avatar fedora , (edited ) to random

Fedora Linux 43 is here! What do you get with this update?

  • New Anaconda WebUI installer on all desktop editions and spins
  • @gnome 49 and being Wayland only
  • Fedora CoreOS now based on bootc instead of rpm-ostree
  • Under the hood changes like RPM 6.0
  • All your favorite versions of Fedora getting up to date!

Happy upgrading!

➡️ https://fedoramagazine.org/announcing-fedora-linux-43/

fedora OP ,
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@b9AcE Wayland only in this release is specifically regarding Fedora Workstation and GNOME.

fedora OP ,
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@elementary thank you!!

fedora OP ,
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What's new in Fedora KDE Plasma Desktop 43?

  • New Anaconda WebUI installer
  • Automatic updates for Kinoite (which is based on Fedora KDE)
  • Latest updates from @kde Plasma 6.4.5 with improvements in tiling, color management, accessibility, and more!

➡️ https://fedoramagazine.org/whats-new-in-fedora-kde-plasma-desktop-43/

fedora OP ,
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"Where's @kde Plasma 6.5?"

It will be rolling out soon! The Plasma 6.5 release overlapped with the Fedora 43 freeze, so we were not able to include it at this time. However, it is coming soon and it will be nice!

fedora OP ,
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Fedora Workstation 43 brings a few niceties like @gnome 49 and a new video player, but also an important change.

With this release, Fedora Workstation will be Wayland only as we finalize the migration to the new display server. It's been a long road getting to this point, but the day has come. Excited to continue to make progress in this space!

➡️ https://fedoramagazine.org/whats-new-fedora-workstation-43/

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Fedora Atomic Desktops are bringing a few helpful changes as the community preps for the big shift to bootc!

  • zstd compressed initrds for slightly faster boot time
  • 2GB /boot partition for new installs
  • wireguard-tools added to make working with VPNs easier
  • All desktop environments on latest major release!

➡️ https://fedoramagazine.org/whats-new-fedora-atomic-desktops-in-fedora-linux-43/

@sesivany@vivaldi.net avatar sesivany , to random

I admit that it feels kind of special to have :fedora: Linux 43 released on my birthday. Thank you, @adamw and others, for your thorough testing, which delayed the release process just enough to make this happen. ☺️

https://fedoramagazine.org/announcing-fedora-linux-43/

fedora ,
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@sesivany happy birthday!

@fedora@fosstodon.org avatar fedora , (edited ) to random

We have editions and spins that are great general purpose starting points. You install Fedora, then grab whatever else you need and start using your computer.

But what if you just want to start working immediately? We have Fedora Labs for that! These are offerings with specific use cases in mind, like astronomy or design.

Our question: have you tried these before, and if so what has been your experience?
https://fedoraproject.org/labs

fedora OP ,
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@levi you should definitely wait for the stable release of COSMIC if you are looking for an experience similar to our other spins, but it should be in a good place to mess around with. And feedback is appreciated!

@fedora@fosstodon.org avatar fedora , to random

Chris Idoko represented the Fedora Project at OSCAfest and @chaoss con 2025 in Lagos, Nigeria! Both events focused on growing open source communities in Africa, with the CHAOSS event drilling into metrics and OSCAfest talking a lot about mentorship.

Big thank you to Chris for sharing his insights and sharing Fedora in those spaces!

➡️ https://communityblog.fedoraproject.org/oscafest25-chaoss25-lagos-nigeria/

@fedora@fosstodon.org avatar fedora , to random

As free Windows 10 support ends today, consider upgrading to a Linux operating system! You will continue to be protected with security updates, but you will also gain total freedom for your device.

Doesn't have to be Fedora - look around for the Linux distro that works for you. :)

Learn more: https://endof10.org
@Endof10