antiX

antiX (/ˈæntɪks/) is a Linux distribution, originally based on MEPIS, which itself is based on the Debian stable distribution. antiX initially replaced the MEPIS KDE desktop environment with the Fluxbox and IceWM window managers, making it suitable for older, less powerful x86-based systems. Unlike Debian, antiX does not use the systemd init system, instead, antiX provides images where either SysVinit or Runit are set as the default init system.

antiX
OS familyLinux (Unix-like)
Working stateCurrent
Source modelOpen source
Latest releaseantiX 23 "Arditi del Popolo" / August 28, 2023 (2023-08-28)
Update methodLong-term support LTS
Package managerAPT
PlatformsIA-32, x64
Kernel typeMonolithic (Linux kernel)
UserlandGNU
Default
user interface		Rox-IceWM, Fluxbox, IceWM, JWM, herbstluftwm
LicenseGPL version 2
Official websiteantixlinux.com

It is lightweight and suitable for older computers, while also providing cutting edge kernel and applications, as well as updates and additions via the apt-get package system and Debian-compatible repositories.

  • Starting with version 19 antiX offers sysVinit and runit as a choice for the init system.
  • Starting with version 22 antiX is offered elogind-free for both 32-bit and 64-bit architecture.
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