antiX Linux 16 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
antiX Linux 16 reached end of life on 30 Jun 2020. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the antiX Linux release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 27 Jun 2016 | — |
| End of life | 30 Jun 2020 | 6.1 years ago |
| Active support ended | 23 Jun 2018 | security fixes only after this |
| Latest release | 16.3 · 21 Dec 2017 | final |
Where to go from 16
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 16 still safe to use?
antiX Linux 16 reached end of life on 30 Jun 2020, 2,231 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download antiX Linux 16?
Yes — the final release (16.3) 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 16 to?
Upgrade to antiX Linux 23, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 10 Jun 2028).