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PKWare releases free version of SecureZIP
Software aims to secure e-mails, attachments and information stored on hard drives.
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PKWare on Monday released a free version of SecureZIP, encryption software designed for use on PCs, portable devices and laptops. SecureZIP Standard Version 11 aims to secure the body of e-mails, e-mail attachments and information stored on hard drives.
The software will work with such e-mail applications as Microsoft Outlook. PKWare, which initially developed the protocol for ZIP compression technology, is also selling SecureZIP Enterprise Version 11 for $49.95.