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Fedora Linux 45 was released.

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Fedora Linux 45 was released on November 3, 2026, encompassing all standard editions including Workstation, KDE Plasma, Server, Cloud, CoreOS, and IoT, alongside Atomic Desktops and Spins. The release introduced Stratis storage support via Anaconda or Kickstart, removed unmaintained NetworkManager VPN plugins, and updated desktop environments, developer toolchains, and system packages. A detailed ChangeSet page on the Fedora wiki lists specific changes.

Key points

• Fedora Linux 45 includes all standard editions: Workstation, KDE Plasma, Server, Cloud, CoreOS, and IoT, plus Atomic Desktops and Spins.
• The release adds Stratis storage support via Anaconda or Kickstart, removes unmaintained NetworkManager VPN plugins, and updates desktop environments, developer toolchains, and system packages.

Context

This update represents a significant maintenance cycle for the Fedora distribution, addressing critical infrastructure gaps in storage and network security while modernizing core software stacks for developers and users.

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