CNET Editors' review
Although it bears the WinZip name, WinZip Self-Extractor does not create ZIP files. Rather, it takes existing ZIP files and packages them as executable files that can unpack themselves.
Although the standard WinZip utility also lets you make self-extracting archives, WinZip Self-Extractor offers advanced features appropriate for software developers. If the source ZIP file is password-protected, WinZip Self-Extractor automatically creates a password-protected installer (AES is supported). The program includes various pop-up dialog options in its wizard, support for various command-line parameters, and the ability to run a command after the unzip operation completes.
It's easy to work with, but not a great substitute for a full-blown install maker.
Publisher's Description
From WinZip Computing:
WinZip Self-Extractor is a utility that creates self-extracting ZIP files that are ideal for electronic file distribution, because they allow the recipient to use a familiar Windows interface to decompress files without a separate unzip utility. Also, self-extracting ZIP files can optionally run a setup or installation program, provided by the creator, after the files are decompressed. WinZip Self-Extractor is a companion product to WinZip, and is separately licensed.
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All versions:
4.1 starsout of 245 votes
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Current version:
4.2 starsout of 13 votes
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My rating:
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"It was fine."
Version: WinZip Self-Extractor 4.0 build 8672
Pros
I like 15.5 and had to download it again. I paid for it last year.
Cons
Had to download it again.
Summary
Every time I buy one, it updates. Bummer.
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"You have to be tech savvy to use this...and I'm not."
Version: WinZip Self-Extractor 4.0 build 8672
Pros
Easy download and that is just about all the pro I can think of
Cons
No help menu or instruction guide.
Summary
May be a very good program, but there were no instructions and it was a total experience in frustration.
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"It didn't take long for me to get back to WinZip."
Version: WinZip Self-Extractor 4.0 build 8672
Pros
WinZip is the best self extracting software I have ever used.
WinZip is also the only software I want to use.Cons
I have No cons neither does WinZip.
Summary
I have no idea why I gave it away to try another extractor.
Wont happen again I promise. -
"cant get it to work"
Version: WinZip Self-Extractor 4.0 build 8672
Pros
none it wont work
Cons
sucks !!!!!!!!!!!
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"Nicely did it's job"
Version: WinZip Self-Extractor 4.0 build 8672
Pros
quick and so far accurate
Cons
none noted
Summary
Nice, get it
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"did not download"
Version: WinZip Self-Extractor 4.0 build 8672
Pros
did not download
Cons
did not download
Summary
did not download
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"very very splendid"
Version: WinZip Self-Extractor 4.0 build 8672
Pros
it accomplish its task very fast
Cons
i think it should have removed the spywares in the installed program and also should operate automatically after one-mouse click.
Summary
Thats it
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"I love it! This is my second time!"
Version: WinZip Self-Extractor 4.0 build 8672
Pros
so easy and it is free!
Cons
none! Thank you so much!
Summary
I love it b/c it works every time I need it , it is so easy to get and set up. I love it so much I have put if on 3 hard drives! Happy ;-)
I rate it 5 star
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"Great product!"
Version: WinZip Self-Extractor 4.0 build 8672
Pros
Works as advertised.
Cons
none at all.
Summary
See above.
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"Highly Effective"
Version: WinZip Self-Extractor 4.0 build 8672
Pros
Quick and easy to use.
Cons
I prefer to use the Wizard,which is much easier for me. I want quick and simple.
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