Portable versions often don't "see" the fonts installed on your Windows or Mac system. They may only recognize a few basic fonts included in the portable folder itself.
| Aspect | Rating (1–5) | Notes | |--------|--------------|-------| | Startup speed | 3/5 | Slower than installed CS2 due to registry emulation | | Stability | 2/5 | Crashes when opening complex AI files or using live trace | | Portability | 4/5 | Works on most Windows 7/8/10, but issues on Windows 11 | | Virus risk | 1/5 | Extremely high – most repacks contain trojans/keyloggers | 2011 Portable Adobe Illustrator CS2 20
It is important to clarify that Adobe Illustrator CS2 is obsolete software, and "Portable" versions found online are often risky. Portable versions often don't "see" the fonts installed