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Zip file format is the standard method for "compressing" files on a computer - it allows us to condense large groups of files into one smaller file. If and when someone sends you a "compressed or zipped file" you will need to decompress or "
unzip" the files. The most popular
Zip program is "winzip" and you can download a free trial version from "winzip.com" or other free programs from many other shareware sites (such as shraeware.com or passtheshareware.com or thesharewareportal.com)
You can also "
unzip" a file from Windows Explorer:
- Open Windows Explorer (using the Flag Key + E is the easiest way)
- Now Right click on the folder you are attempting to "unzip"
- Select "Extract to"
- Now choose the folder you want WinZip to decompress the files to.
- Make sure the "Use folder names" box is checked so any specified folders are recreated.
- If the box is left blank, all the different files will be unzipped into the single selected folder
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