How can I have access to old Microsoft Application versions?

I am with a group that's working on a project and we need to test this project on old versions of Microsoft products since many people might still be using them. The only problem is.. we could not get hold of any of these products.

Some of these products we're looking for are:
Microsoft Office 2000 (all service packs except most recent)
Microsoft Exchange Server 2000
Microsoft Windows Media Player versions 4-9
and more..

And yes, we've contacted Microsoft but have not received any answers. Ideas anyone?

 

If you want old versions of software, the best suggestion is to try eBay as often people will sell the original CDs on there, or you could try posted a 'wanted' request on your local Freecycle group.

 

ebay or see if the msdn subscriptions carry the versions you want.

 

Thanks for your replies. We subscribed to MSN but even then, we got only the most recent apps. We might try eBay. Any other suggestions?

 

You can also try your local computer repair store. Usually, most small computer stores have copies of software that date several years ago.

 

hey, not msn MSDN. They might have all the versions you need.

 

Oops, I meant MSDN