antiX Linux 17 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
antiX Linux 17 reached end of life on 30 Jun 2022. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the antiX Linux release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 24 Oct 2017 | — |
| End of life | 30 Jun 2022 | 4.1 years ago |
| Active support ended | 5 Jun 2020 | security fixes only after this |
| Latest release | 17.4.1 · 28 Mar 2019 | final |
Where to go from 17
Recommended target: antiX Linux 23 (supported until 10 Jun 2028).
The newest actively supported branch is antiX Linux 23 (latest release 23).
Frequently asked questions
Is antiX Linux 17 still safe to use?
antiX Linux 17 reached end of life on 30 Jun 2022, 1,501 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download antiX Linux 17?
Yes — the final release (17.4.1) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade antiX Linux 17 to?
Upgrade to antiX Linux 23, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 10 Jun 2028).