PKWARE recently released SecureZIP for Windows desktop, version 12.3, which increases data compression capabilities, operates on desktops that comply with the Federal Desktop Core Configuration (FDCC) standard, and delivers several other enhancements that even further simplify usability.

In version 12.3, support for the LZMA and PPMd data compression algorithms have been added, which can deliver 10-15 percent greater compression than traditional ZIP algorithms (actual increase in compression will vary) and provides interoperability with WinZip® use of LZMA and PPMd compression of archives. (This algorithm enhancement is also available in SecureZIP for Windows Command Line Interface, version 12.3.)

PKWARE also tested SecureZIP for Windows desktop, version 12.3, against desktop test environments provided by the National Institute of Standards & Technology (NIST) to ensure that it operates correctly on FDCC configured desktops. The tests confirmed that SecureZIP for Windows desktop, version 12.3, does indeed operate on FDCC compliant desktops.

Other enhancements in SecureZIP for Windows desktop, version 12.3, include:

• Extension of SecureZIP “one-click” Outlook® integration features to Outlook Express® and Windows Mail®, allowing users to easily zip and encrypt with one mouse click when in the email clients. Version 12.3 also supports re-encryption when forwarding messages via Outlook, Outlook Express, and Windows Mail.
• SecureZIP certificate renewal process. Customers using SecureZIP certificates will be notified via email, approximately two weeks prior to expiration, that they need to obtain a new certificate and can do so using SecureZIP. For a limited time, PKWARE will renew SecureZIP certificates at no cost. (Customers on version 12.1 and earlier will need to download a new Certificate Wizard to support renewal, or consider upgrading to version 12.3.)
• Interoperability for Windows 64-bit Explorer® on machines running XP® and Vista®.
• Archive rename feature, allowing users to change the filename portion of attached files when sending emails.
• Improved Vista support, now using Vista dialogs for the SecureZIP User Interface.

Version 12.3 of SecureZIP for Windows desktop is currently available in the English language only. The Standard Edition is available for purchase starting at $39.95USD (quantity one) and the Enterprise Edition at $59.95USD. A free 30-day trial version for commercial use is offered for download on PKWARE’s Website.

Originally released in 2005, SecureZIP is deployed in over 25,000 companies, including 60 percent of the Fortune 100. Learn more about SecureZIP for Windows desktop, version 12.3, by downloading the datasheet.