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: You can still find physical "Box Pack" copies (CD/DVD) through retailers like Chicago Computer Supply or on eBay.

For Linux or macOS users maintaining .NET 2.0 code, ancient builds of MonoDevelop (pre-2012) can open VS 2005 solutions. However, the learning curve is steep. download visual studio 2005 professional

For stability and security, Instead, use a virtual machine (VM). : You can still find physical "Box Pack"

Because reached its end of support life on April 12, 2016, it is no longer available through standard retail channels. download visual studio 2005 professional

If none of these work, you cannot legally download VS 2005 Professional from a public source.