asked on

ZIP Files, download but won't UnZIP what do I need?

Hi I am having difficulty opening a ZIP file. Is it because I am not downloading it to the right destination, or is it because I need some special software to Unzip it? I have gone back to the destination of the file that I downloaded and then when I click on it, it says file transfer error, or it makes me choose an application to run it with. There has to be something easier, that I am not doing.

psiclone

A Zipped or more correctly a compressed file is compressed by a program as an example " WinZip " to uncompress or unzip it if you will you need the same type of Program. If I understand your situation I would suggest one of two situations exist.

1: You do not a uncompress utility eg: WinZip NetZip etc.
2: You have a ucompressor but it is not " associated with the program "

by associating I mean to say that when you double click a program and it opens the computer has been told to " associate " the type of file you are selecting with the type of program nescessary to open it.

If you do not have WinZip NetZip or the like download one.
If you have not associated the program you have see your on-line help for exact information on how to associate a program with a file.

SalsaBee

ASKER

But where do I get this WINZIP program if in fact that is what I need??

ASKER CERTIFIED SOLUTION

psiclone

membership

This solution is only available to members.

To access this solution, you must be a member of Experts Exchange.

Start Free Trial

dovedove

Another way to "unzip" files is to use a freeware program called Aladdin Expander, available from http://www.aladdinsys.com/expander/expander_win_login.html

kschang

*sigh* Just go to WINZIP.COM...

SalsaBee

ASKER

You all gave me what I needed...thanks.. I am now unzipping my files.. thanks!

kafun

download winzip from www.winzip.com