ALZip 6.7

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ALZip is a one-stop archiving and compression program designed for speed and ease of use. Beginners can easily perform advanced tasks, while power users can do things faster. With support for more compression and archiving formats than any other major utility, ALZip is the only ZIP utility you'll ever need. You can open 36 archive and compression file formats, open CD image files (ISO, BIN), open virtual CD files (LCD), create 8 archive and compression file formats, create self-extracting files (EXE), split files for easy transfers, recover lost passwords from ZIP files, integrate antivirus software, automate tasks with ALZip command-line functions, and get more done faster. The ALTools family of free PC utilities share the same cute Egghead characters, are a fun addition to any computer, are ideal for children, and powerful enough for IT pros.

Version 6.7 adds cuter Windows Vista style icons, stronger command line functionality, as well as other minor improvements.

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Editor's review of ALZip

If you're looking for one tool that can handle a myriad of compression methods, from RAR and ZIP to TAR and TGZ and nearly 30 other formats, ALZip just might be for you. In fact, archive format support is ALZip's forte. It'll even open ISO and other CD images. All the usual archive application options are here, as well: context menu additions, password protections, virus scanner integration, and assistance in creating self-extracting archives.

The interface looks modern and is well-designed, with archive contents displayed as icons, in a list or in a detailed spreadsheet-style grid. There are 14 criteria by which you can sort files, the program supports 21 languages, there's a test function to make sure the archive works, and you can save in eight formats. We also like the bird-egg icons--a small touch, to be sure, but they show that aesthetics are still important, even in freeware.

This program leaves a slightly larger footprint than WinZip, but since we're talking about a difference of 2MB we think it's worth giving ALZip a chance to fly.

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  ALZip

  I can give this program 3.5 stars.

  by: Chainmail2006 on 24-Aug-2007 03:09:33 PM

  Pros: The 3.5 star rating is based on a comparison to free and paid compression applications. The rating compared to other free programsI give is 4 stars. This is a good application for home users as it can handle 30 file types including RAR, which is probably the most important. It opens quick, has a cool looking, user friendly GUI. Another important factor this application has is it's compatibility with both "XP" and "Vista". Being free is nice to, because the average paid program cost in the neighborhood of $30.00. "ESTsoft" has done a nice job with this software.

  Cons: One slight con. There are many more compressed file types then thirty. "7Zip" handles more and is also free. For some people, these other file types not compatible with "ALZip 6.7" could be an issue.

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  ALZip

  Great!

  by: 1consultant1 on 01-Jul-2007 04:07:20 PM

  Pros: Handles about 30 formats, has a test function to make sure it worked, and does NOT have those infamous WinZip nag screens.

  Cons: Does have ads for other free programs.

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  ALZip

  Easy to use

  by: purigen on 07-Oct-2007 01:11:54 PM

  Pros: It works great

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  ALZip

  Don´t work well for me

  by: Old jazz lover on 18-Jan-2008 10:59:01 PM

  Cons: I try It, but when i want to send my E-mail, with it, my internet conection, fails: I don´t now but perhaps my internet seep are don´t so good to Sen and E-Mail with this sofware!

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  ALZip

  best in the line i have ever seen

  by: zakir1 on 19-Jun-2007 10:37:18 AM

  Pros: all about it is good.... the gui , the cost( its free :P) , it also looks cute ...jus download it and uninstall trial wares

  Cons: nothin

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