Because this software is over two decades old, it is often categorized as . While many users search for free downloads to recover old data or for nostalgia, there are significant risks involved:
: Many sites offering "Free Downloads" of old professional software bundle the installers with "PUPs" (Potentially Unwanted Programs), adware, or more severe malware.
: Legacy software does not receive modern security patches. Running it on a machine connected to the internet can expose your system to exploits.
: Tiered access levels to ensure sensitive data remained secure within an organization.