Arch Linux is a lightweight and flexible Linux distribution built around a rolling-release model. It emphasizes simplicity, modern software, and user control, providing a minimal base system that users customize to their needs.
core/extra/community repositories, plus testing for preview.Arch Linux has always been rolling, but some milestones are commonly referenced:
| Milestone | Date | Notes | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| First release | 2002-03-11 | Initial Arch Linux release | https://archlinux.org/ |
| systemd default | 2012-10-13 | Switched from SysVinit to systemd | https://archlinux.org/news/ |
| i686 dropped | 2017-11-08 | Official i686 support ended | https://archlinux.org/news/ |
| i686 repo removed | 2018-11-30 | 32-bit repositories removed | https://archlinux.org/news/ |