Fedora Linux 42 Release Candidate (RC) 1.1 has been officially released and is now ready for testing. This marks a significant step in the development of Fedora 42, and the community is encouraged to participate in validation testing to ensure the release meets quality standards.
For those interested in contributing to the testing efforts, detailed information about the validation process can be found on the Fedora Project's wiki, including test coverage statistics and instructions on how to download the release images. The results of the testing can be tracked via a summarized page, which links to various individual test result pages covering installation, base, server, cloud, desktop, and security lab aspects of the release.
To ensure a successful release, all priority test cases must pass according to the established Release Criteria. There are resources available for testers, including the Fedora Quality chat channel and forums for discussion and assistance.
Additionally, current blocker and freeze exception bugs are documented and can be reviewed to stay up-to-date on any issues that might affect the release.
In summary, Fedora Linux 42 RC 1.1 is a critical phase in the release cycle, and active participation from the community is vital for its success. Users are encouraged to engage in testing, report results, and assist with the overall quality assurance process to help deliver a polished final product.
As Fedora moves towards its official release, it will be essential for the community to keep an eye on updates regarding bug fixes and progress in testing. The collaboration between developers and users is key in refining the operating system, which continues to evolve in features and performance. The Fedora Project remains dedicated to providing a robust, cutting-edge Linux distribution, with ongoing support and development from its vibrant community
For those interested in contributing to the testing efforts, detailed information about the validation process can be found on the Fedora Project's wiki, including test coverage statistics and instructions on how to download the release images. The results of the testing can be tracked via a summarized page, which links to various individual test result pages covering installation, base, server, cloud, desktop, and security lab aspects of the release.
To ensure a successful release, all priority test cases must pass according to the established Release Criteria. There are resources available for testers, including the Fedora Quality chat channel and forums for discussion and assistance.
Additionally, current blocker and freeze exception bugs are documented and can be reviewed to stay up-to-date on any issues that might affect the release.
In summary, Fedora Linux 42 RC 1.1 is a critical phase in the release cycle, and active participation from the community is vital for its success. Users are encouraged to engage in testing, report results, and assist with the overall quality assurance process to help deliver a polished final product.
As Fedora moves towards its official release, it will be essential for the community to keep an eye on updates regarding bug fixes and progress in testing. The collaboration between developers and users is key in refining the operating system, which continues to evolve in features and performance. The Fedora Project remains dedicated to providing a robust, cutting-edge Linux distribution, with ongoing support and development from its vibrant community
Fedora Linux 42 RC 1.1 released
The first release candidate for Fedora Linux 42 is now available for testing.
