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PKZIP
Last modified: Tuesday, November 20, 2001
One of the most widely used file compression methods. PKZIP was developed by PKWARE, Inc. in 1989 and distributed as shareware. Files that have been compressed using PKWARE are said to be zipped. Decompressing them is called unzipping.
The PK stands for Phillip Katz, the author of the programs.
Introduction to using PKZIP for DOS This guide provides information on downloading and installing PKZIP, how to compress and decompress files, save to a floppy, and create .EXE files.
Help with PKZIP Offers a link to download the PKZIP file compression utility, as well as step by step installation and configuration tips. There is also a tutorial, e-mail feedback utility, and links to complimentary software.
PKWARE's FAQ on PKZIP This FAQ, from the developer of PKZIP, lists common questions asked about the PKZIP file compression utility.
