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PKZIP(R) for Windows
Version 4.5
Copyright(C) 1989-2001 PKWARE(R), Inc.
All Rights Reserved.
PKZIP Reg. U.S. Pat. and Tm. Off.
Patent No. 5,051,745
PKPatchMaker(tm) and Other Patents Pending
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HOW TO USE THIS DOCUMENT
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To view readme.txt on screen in Notepad, maximize the
Notepad window.
To print readme.txt, open it in Notepad or another word
processor, and select Print from the File menu.
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CONTENTS
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OVERVIEW
INSTALLATION
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
DISTRIBUTION NOTES
HELP ON USING THIS PRODUCT
LIST OF PKZIP FOR WINDOWS INFORMATION/HELP FILES
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OVERVIEW
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PKZIP for Windows provides a full-featured, graphical
interface for compressing, extracting, and managing your
compressed data files. PKZIP for Windows is the latest
version of the popular data compression program from
PKWARE, Inc. PKZIP is a powerful utility that provides
many functions for data compression, file archival,
management, and distribution. PKZIP has led the way in
industry standard .ZIP format compression since 1989,
when PKWARE introduced the .ZIP file format.
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INSTALLATION
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PKZIP for Windows is installed using the Microsoft Windows
Installer. This installation process makes installing
and configuring PKZIP for Windows easy and avoids common
conflicts that can arise when installing new software.
If you have purchased a REGISTERED copy of this software, it is
distributed either on CD-ROM or as an electronic delivery file
available for downloading from the Internet. If you have a
SHAREWARE copy of this software, it will be distributed using
a PKSFX(R) self-extracting file.
Installing from CD-ROM:
If you are installing from CD-ROM, simply insert the CD into
your drive. The Autorun feature will automatically start the
setup program. If the Autorun feature is not enabled on your
system, you can run SETUP.EXE directly from the CD. After the
setup program has started, follow the instructions provided
on-screen to complete the installation.
Installing from a PKSFX file:
If you are installing a version of the software downloaded from
the Internet (i.e. either a REGISTERED version purchased
online, or a SHAREWARE copy downloaded from an Internet site such
as www.pkware.com) you will receive a PKSFX self-extracting file.
The Windows Installer is packaged inside the PKSFX file.
Run the PKSFX file to start the installation. It will extract
the files needed to install the software and it will automatically
start the setup program. Follow the instructions provided by
the setup program to complete the installation.
When you run the PKSFX file, the files it contains are extracted
to an intermediate folder and the installation continues from
this location. Once PKZIP for Windows is installed and working
properly on your system, you may delete this intermediate folder
to free up disk space. If you delete this intermediate folder
but later want to reinstall the product, you will need to re-run
the PKSFX file.
We encourage you to make a backup of your PKSFX file, or of the
contents of the intermediate folder to ensure you will be able
to reinstall this product if you ever need to in the future.
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SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
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PKZIP for Windows is intended for use on Microsoft Windows 95,
Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows NT 4.0, and Windows 2000 systems.
Systems running Windows 95 or NT 4.0 systems require Microsoft
Internet Explorer 4.0 or greater. PKZIP utilizes several system
(e.g. security) files installed in conjunction with
Internet Explorer. Therefore, Internet Explorer (version 4.0
or greater) must reside on your system prior to installing
PKZIP for Windows.
If you plan to use the Digital Signature feature available with
PKZIP for Windows, you must also obtain and install a valid
Digital Certificate onto your system prior to using this feature.
Visit PKWARE's website for information on where you can get a
Digital Certificate.
http://www.pkware.com/catalog/certificate.htm
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DISTRIBUTION NOTES
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The files that comprise the REGISTERED version of PKZIP for
Windows are not for distribution. Consult the end-user
license agreement that came with your copy of this program
for information on the terms and conditions of use.
SHAREWARE versions of PKZIP for Windows are available for
distribution. However, if you plan to distribute the
SHAREWARE version of PKZIP for Windows to friends,
associates, or to an online service, you must distribute
the entire file set as originally received. Do not
distribute individual files.
You are free to evaluate the SHAREWARE version of
PKZIP for Windows for up to 30 days. Continued use of this
software after the evaluation period ends requires payment of
a registration fee.
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HELP ON USING THIS PRODUCT
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We appreciate your support for PKWARE products. We have
tried to make installing and using this product as
easy and trouble-free as possible. However, if you
wish to report a problem or need assistance with
installing or using this software, please contact our
Technical Support Department as follows:
WWW: http://www.pkware.com/support/
Phone Number: +1-414-354-8699
Fax Number: +1-414-354-8559
Mail Address: 9025 N. Deerwood Drive
Brown Deer, WI 53223-2480 USA
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LIST OF PKZIP FOR WINDOWS INFORMATION/HELP FILES
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In addition to readme.txt, PKZIP for Windows provides the
following information/help files in the PKZIP for Windows
installation directory (e.g. c:\program files\pkware\pkzipw4)
appnote.txt An ASCII text file detailing the PKZIP file
format as well as a general discussion of
compression methods. This file is only
distributed with REGISTERED versions of
PKZIP. However, the latest version of this
file is always available for download
from the following URL.
ftp://ftp.pkware.com/appnote.zip
A version of this file can also be viewed
online at
http://www.pkware.com/appnote.html
authveri.txt Application for PKWARE Authenticity
Verification (AV). This file is only
available with REGISTERED versions
of PKZIP.
license.rtf A copy of the end-user license agreement.
licinfo.txt License information file.
ombudsmn.txt Association of Shareware Professionals
statement and contact information.
pkzipw.htm A hypertext document to easily access PKWARE's
WWW site using your web browser.
pkzipw.hlp PKZIP for Windows Help file.
whatsnew.htm A summary of the new features available in
this version of PKZIP for Windows.
PKWARE, the PKWARE Logo, the zipper design, PKZIP, PKUNZIP,
and PKSFX are registered trademarks of PKWARE, Inc.
Trademarks of other companies mentioned in the document
appear for identification purposes only and are the
property of their respective companies.