Skip it. Even the modern Photoshop Photography Plan (or free alternatives like GIMP, Photopea, or Affinity Photo) will save you frustration, support modern cameras, and keep your work secure. One last thought: If you just want to relive the iconic "CS2 splash screen" and brush feel, install it on a virtual machine for fun. But for real work in 2025, you have vastly better options.

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