Modern versions of AnyDesk (such as versions 7.x through 9.x) heavily rely on updated Windows API functions, modern C++ runtime libraries, and secure TLS 1.3 encryption layers. Because Windows 2000 is a 32-bit operating system that lacked these features out of the box, launching a modern executable directly will result in immediate kernel errors or missing DLL notifications.
If you are determined to use AnyDesk, you might attempt to run an older client from a Download Archive , though there is no confirmed version that explicitly functions on Windows 2000 without significant kernel modifications (like KernelEx).
Do you still run a Windows 2000 machine for fun? Let me know in the comments below.
Legacy versions of AnyDesk use older TLS and security protocols that are vulnerable to modern hacking techniques.