Hi Rick, What do you mean by "old" WinZip encrypted files? I know that WinZip has a new file extension: "zipx" for advanced compression. Are you saying it will open ALL WinZip 256-bit AES-encrypted files, but NOT "zipx" files, or that it will open only WinZip 256-bit AES-encrypted files created before a certain date? Thanks, Anna ----- Original Message ----- From: Richard Glazier To: [log in to unmask] Sent: Wednesday, July 08, 2009 9:12 AM Subject: Re: [PCSOFT] A good substitute for WinZip? SecureZipExpress from PKware. <http://www.pkware.com/software-data-security/free> It is about 13m, totally free for home use, and opens my old WinZip 256bit AES encrypted archives as if it made them itself. Disclaimer: I had to apply for a D/L link with my e-mail address. (A small price to pay since I have many of those...) Rick Glazier CC: j3e@..... From: "Joyce A" > So, what would you folks recommend as a good, free, easier-to-use > substitute for WinZip? Thanks in advance! > > Joyce in SE Ohio Do you want to signoff PCSOFT or just change to Digest mode - visit our web site: http://freepctech.com/pcsoft.shtml The NOSPIN Group has added a new feature on our website, web based bulletinboard for questions and answers: Visit our sister website at http://nospin.com