The Fedora Project has announced the official release of Fedora Linux 43, marking another milestone for the Red Hat–sponsored distribution. Known for being at the cutting edge of opensource innovation, Fedora 43 continues this tradition by adopting Wayland as the sole display server for its Workstation edition, officially retiring X11 support in the default desktop environment.
This release is powered by the Linux 6.17 kernel, ensuring improved hardware compatibility, performance enhancements, and security updates.
🖥️ Desktop Environments
- GNOME 49: The Fedora Workstation edition ships with GNOME 49, offering a refined user interface, performance boosts, and enhanced multitasking features.
- KDE Plasma 6.4: For KDE enthusiasts, Fedora 43 includes Plasma 6.4.5, delivering a polished and modern desktop experience.
🔑 Key New Features
- Wayland only GNOME: A bold step forward, ensuring smoother graphics, better security, and modern display handling.
- RPM 6.0: Updated package management system with improved performance and security.
- Python 3.14 & LLVM 21: Developers gain access to the latest programming tools and compilers.
- Anaconda Web UI Enhancements: Fedora’s installer continues to evolve with a more intuitive web based interface.
- Immutable Editions: Silver blue and Kinoite editions benefit from improved atomic updates and container focused workflows.
🌐 Download Fedora Linux 43
Fedora Linux 43 is available for immediate download from the [official Fedora Project website](https://getfedora.org/). Users can choose from:
- Fedora Workstation 43 (desktop focused)
- Fedora Server 43 (enterprise and server environments)
- Fedora IoT 43 (for embedded and IoT devices)
- Silver blue/Kinoite (immutable desktop editions)
📌 Why This Release Matters
Fedora has long been a testing ground for future Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) features, and Fedora 43 continues to push boundaries. By fully embracing Wayland, upgrading to the latest Linux kernel, and modernizing its developer toolchain, Fedora cements its role as a forward looking distribution for developers, sysadmins, and Linux enthusiasts alike.
With its blend of cutting edge technology and stability, Fedora Linux 43 is not just an update—it’s a statement about the future of Linux desktops and servers.
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