March 3rd, 2010
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 | ContraBanned | | Join Date: June 30th, 2004 Location: Middle of the ocean apparently (middle earth)
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A zip file is an archive file. A zip file compresses the size of item(s) inside it. Zip files can be opened with a range of programs such as WinZip, TugZip, ... etc. But even Windows XP & later have a built in archive opener.
More information on ZIPs File Extension .ZIP Details (ignore the registry advert in middle of page) and also http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ZIP_(file_format)
Just be wary of any ZIP file you find on gnutella network. Always scan it first with your anti-virus software. 
Other common archive formats: RAR, 7z, Tar, sit, ...
Last edited by Lord of the Rings; March 3rd, 2010 at 07:48 PM.
Reason: typo & additions
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zip 
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