If you insist on using a modern Distiller (e.g., Acrobat Pro DC), there is a workaround that imitates the 4x/5x behavior. Seek out a file. These are modified preset files that disable modern PDF features (like layers, 256-bit encryption, and newer compression) to mimic Distiller 5.0's output.
: While PageMaker 7.0 was designed for Distiller 5.0, it remains backward compatible with version 4.x. adobe acrobat distiller 4x 5x for pagemaker 70 fixed free
If you must use PageMaker 7.0 and Distiller 5.0 natively, the safest method is to run them inside a virtual machine (like VirtualBox) running a licensed copy of Windows XP. This isolates the legacy software from your main, secure operating system. If you insist on using a modern Distiller (e