The 17.x release cycle introduced several performance and workflow enhancements designed for professional publishing: Precise Layout Control:

You will be stuck on version 17.0 (or 17.1). You will not receive critical bug fixes or security patches that Adobe releases for legitimate users.

: Tools for creating interactive PDFs and EPUBs.

To run Adobe InDesign 2022 v17.0.1.105, ensure your system meets the following requirements:

: The 17.x series is generally stable, though it has since been superseded by version 21.2 (January 2026 release) which includes modern AI-powered tools like AI Alt Text. About "Preactivated" Versions