WinZip(R) Improves File Distribution Software

WinZip(R) Improves File Distribution Software

May 17, 2006

The Maker of the World's Most Popular Zip Utility Announces the Release of WinZip Self-Extractor 3.0

    MANSFIELD, Conn., May 17 /Xinhua-PRNewswire/ -- WinZip
Computing significantly improves the effectiveness of its
file distribution solution with today's release of WinZip
Self-Extractor 3.0.

    This latest version of WinZip Self-Extractor supports
the same improved compression technology (PPMd) and
advanced encryption (AES with 128- and 256-bit keys) found
in WinZip 10.0 and WinZip 10.0 Pro. This allows users to
create self-extracting Zip files that are smaller and
offers the ability to distribute encrypted information. 
WinZip Computing broadens the feature set of WinZip
Self-Extractor further by adding support for enhanced
deflate compression and high-resolution (XP-style) icons.

    A self-extracting Zip file is an executable file (.exe)
that contains a Zip file and can extract (unzip) its
contents automatically. Users can run a self-extracting Zip
file the same way they run any other program: simply double
click on the .exe file. This makes self-extracting Zip
files ideal for electronic file distribution.

    In the business world, WinZip Self-Extractor 3.0 is a
straightforward and cost effective method for distributing
programs, drivers and data, without confusing instructions
for the end user. For personal use, WinZip Self-Extractor
3.0 offers an uncomplicated approach to making Zip files
available on a website, CD or DVD, where friends and family
can access the contents without a separate Zip utility.

    About WinZip Computing

    Founded in 1991, WinZip Computing is located in
Mansfield CT and was recently acquired by Corel
Corporation.  WinZip Computing offers the world's most
popular Zip utility for Windows, WinZip, along with WinZip
Self-Extractor and WinZip Companion for Outlook.  Find
download links and more detailed product information on the
WinZip web site at http://www.winzip.com .

    About Corel Corporation

    Corel is a leading global packaged software company
with an estimated installed base of over 20 million users.
The Company provides high quality, affordable and
easy-to-use productivity, graphics and digital imaging
software and enjoys a favorable market position among
value-conscious consumers and small businesses. Its
products are sold in over 75 countries through a scalable
distribution platform comprised of original equipment
manufacturers (OEMs), Corel's domestic and international
websites, and a global network of resellers and retailers. 
The Company's product portfolio features well-established,
globally recognized brands including CorelDRAW(R) Graphics
Suite, Corel WordPerfect(R) Office, Corel(R) Paint Shop
Pro(R), and Corel(R) Painter(TM).

    Corel, CorelDRAW, WordPerfect, WinZip, Paint Shop Pro,
Painter, and the Corel logo are trademarks or registered
trademarks of Corel Corporation and/or its subsidiaries. 
All other product, font and company names and logos are
trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective
companies.

    For more infomation, please contact:

     Gail Scibelli,
     Corel Corporation, 
     Tel:   [phone]
     Email: [e-mail] 
     Web:   http://www.winzip.com

SOURCE  Corel Corporation