Fedora Linux 2 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Fedora Linux 2 reached end of life on 11 Apr 2005. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Fedora Linux release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 18 May 2004 | 22y 5mo ago |
| Security Support ended | 11 Apr 2005 | 21y 6mo ago |
| Latest release | 2 · 18 May 2004 | final |
Where to go from 2
Recommended target: Fedora Linux 44 (supported until 2 Jun 2027).
The newest actively supported branch is Fedora Linux 44 (latest release 44).
Frequently asked questions
Is Fedora Linux 2 still safe to use?
Fedora Linux 2 reached end of life on 11 Apr 2005, 7,847 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Fedora Linux 2?
Yes — the final release (2) 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 2 to?
Upgrade to Fedora Linux 44, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 2 Jun 2027).