AS2 text field hyperlink

If I have a dynamic text field in Flash and I'm using AS2 how
can I create a hyperlink within that text field?
Here's an example of a text field:
"Action Script 2 sticks and I wish I this site hadn't been
designed with AS2. There are so many LINKS to tutorials for AS3 on
how to make hyperlinks within text fields, but none on Action stink
Script 2."
The hyperlink would be where it says LINKS and could be to
Adobe.com.

Is the asfunction code the same for AS2 and AS3? If not then
I need more info because every asfunction tutorial I've seen on the
web thus far is for AS3.

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sharing, Forte.swf". I used both linkage attempts again (Forte and
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get the settings right. I would be indebted to you!

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