Wednesday, 4 February 2026

 

Linux Operating System Fedora Workstation 43 _ How to update Fedora Workstation 43 system

 

1.   Hi Copilot, what Linux command do i have to take in order to udate my FEDORA Workstation 43 PC/Desktop ? THANKS.

 

MICROSOFT Copilot Answer

  

To update your Fedora Workstation 43 system, the main command you need is sudo dnf upgrade --refresh. If you want to upgrade between Fedora releases (e.g., from 42 to 43), you should use the dnf system-upgrade plugin.

🔧 Updating Fedora Workstation 43 (Same Release)

If you’re already on Fedora 43 and just want to update packages to the latest versions:

sudo dnf upgrade --refresh
  • --refresh ensures metadata is updated before upgrading.
  • This will pull in the latest security patches, bug fixes, and software updates.
  • After completion, reboot if the kernel or critical system libraries were updated:
sudo reboot

🚀 Upgrading Between Fedora Releases (e.g., 42 → 43)

If you’re moving from Fedora 42 to Fedora 43, use the system-upgrade plugin:

  1. Update current system first:

    sudo dnf upgrade --refresh

  2. Install the system-upgrade plugin (if not already installed):

    sudo dnf install dnf-plugin-system-upgrade

  3. Download packages for the new release:

    sudo dnf system-upgrade download --releasever=43
    • Replace 43 with the target release number.
    • Add --allowerasing if you encounter dependency issues.

  4. Reboot into upgrade process:

    sudo dnf system-upgrade reboot
    • The system will reboot into a special upgrade environment.
    • Once complete, you’ll be running Fedora 43.

⚠️ Important Notes

  • Backup your data before upgrading between releases.
  • Check Fedora release notes for version-specific changes.
  • If you use Fedora Silverblue or Fedora CoreOS, updates are handled differently via rpm-ostree. docs.fedoraproject.org OSTechNix

Would you like me to also show you the commands for checking your current Fedora version so you can confirm whether you need a regular update or a full release upgrade?

 

 

2.    Copilot, could you please recommend me a Linux command that is easy to use for me to make my mouse pointer bigger and at the same time change it to RED COLOR ? Currently , I am using LINUX FEDORA WORKSTATION 43 ! THANKS.

 

 MICROSOFT Copilot Answer

 

 

You can make your mouse pointer bigger and change it to red in Fedora Workstation 43 by combining GNOME’s accessibility settings with a custom cursor theme. The easiest way is to adjust the size using gsettings and install a red-colored cursor theme.

🖱️ Step 1: Make the Cursor Bigger

Fedora Workstation 43 uses GNOME. 

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You can enlarge the cursor with this command:

gsettings set org.gnome.desktop.interface cursor-size 48
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  • Replace 48 with the size you prefer (common values: 24, 32, 48, 64, 96).
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  • To check your current cursor size:
gsettings get org.gnome.desktop.interface cursor-size
 
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🎨 Step 2: Change Cursor to Red

GNOME doesn’t let you directly recolor the default cursor, so you need a red cursor theme. Popular ones include Red Glass or Bibata Red.

  1. Install a red cursor theme (example: Bibata Red):

    sudo dnf install bibata-cursor-themes

  2. Set the cursor theme:

    gsettings set org.gnome.desktop.interface cursor-theme 'Bibata-Modern-Classic-Red'

  3. Restart GNOME Shell (press Alt+F2, type r, and hit Enter) or log out/in to apply changes.

✅ Quick Recap

  • Make cursor bigger: gsettings set org.gnome.desktop.interface cursor-size 48
  • Change to red theme: Install a red cursor theme (dnf install bibata-cursor-themes) and set it with gsettings.

Would you like me to give you a step-by-step guide to installing the Red Glass cursor theme (which is very beginner-friendly and visually bold), or do you prefer sticking with Bibata Red?

 

 

3.   Copilot, what is the largest number I could use to enlarge my mouse pointer using this command  "  after 96 ? THANKS.

 

MICROSOFT Copilot Answer

  

The largest officially supported cursor size in GNOME (used by Fedora Workstation 43) is 96. If you set a number larger than 96 with gsettings, GNOME will still accept the value, but most cursor themes only provide images up to 96px. That means anything beyond 96 will either stay at 96 or look distorted, depending on the theme. FOSTips

🔎 Details

  • GNOME default themes (Adwaita, etc.): Maximum cursor size is 96px.
  • Custom cursor themes: Some themes may include larger images (128px, 256px), but this depends entirely on the theme designer.
  • Command behavior: 
    gsettings set org.gnome.desktop.interface cursor-size 128
    This will set the value, but if your cursor theme doesn’t have a 128px image, GNOME will fall back to the largest available (usually 96px).

✅ Options if you want larger than 96

  • Install a custom theme that includes bigger cursor images (e.g., Bibata, Oxygen, or specially designed accessibility cursor packs).
  • Check theme directories (usually /usr/share/icons/<theme>/cursors/) to see what sizes are available.
  • Accessibility extensions: Some GNOME extensions can magnify the cursor beyond the theme’s maximum size.

👉 So, in short: 96 is the maximum guaranteed size, but with a custom cursor theme you might push it to 128 or even 256 if the theme supports those sizes.

Would you like me to suggest a few ready-made Fedora-compatible cursor themes that go beyond 96px so you can try them out?

 

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