Fedora Linux 5 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Fedora Linux 5 reached end of life on 2 Jul 2007. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Fedora Linux release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 20 Mar 2006 | — |
| End of life | 2 Jul 2007 | 19.1 years ago |
| Latest release | — | final |
Where to go from 5
Recommended target: Fedora Linux 44 (supported until 2 Jun 2027).
The newest actively supported branch is Fedora Linux 44 (latest release ).
Frequently asked questions
Is Fedora Linux 5 still safe to use?
Fedora Linux 5 reached end of life on 2 Jul 2007, 6,978 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Fedora Linux 5?
Yes — the final release (5) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Fedora Linux 5 to?
Upgrade to Fedora Linux 44, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 2 Jun 2027).