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ALZip is an archiving software like WinZip, WinRar, or 7-zip. These are all the features of ALZip as per the developer:
Currently ESTsoft – the developer of ALZip – is working on a new version of ALZip, v8. Currently v8 is in beta, available for anyone to download and use. However, in celebration of their v8 beta release, ESTsoft is offering users the ability to get a free copy of ALZip 8 when it comes out of beta and is officially released:
After you enter your e-mail address, when ALZip 8 is released, ESTsoft will send you your very own ALZip 8 license key (if you are in a hurry and want to use ALZip 8 now, you can use the beta version).
Personally, I have been using 7-zip for a while, and will continue to use 7-zip (7-zip is open source and freeware); but for those that want ALZip, this is your chance to get it for free! Follow the links below to get ALZip 8 for free:
Supported OS: Windows 2000/XP/Vista/Win7
Version being given out for free: v8
Free updates: v8.x versions only
ALZip homepage [ALZip 8 free license key promotion page]
Thanks Vi!
Well, I usually don’t download closed source programs, but the icon won me over XD.
BTW, the link to the promo page doesn’t work.
@Caleb: Oops. Fixed. Thanks.
Hi Ashraf, and everyone reading…
WinZip & WinRar, I’ve used both. 7-zip, I have on my USB drive, but never have used.
Hi, I’m Jim and I’m a downloadaholic.
“Hi Jim,” everybody says in unison.
I’ve gotten to the point where when I read things on freebie sites, I now recognize it when my eyes begin to gloss over and I take action.
I then ask myself a few important questions…
Do I NEED this?
Do I have something LIKE this that works for me NOW?
Why do I HAVE to download this?
That’s all it takes…those three questions. Actually, I’ve got a couple more, but hey, what ever works.
On this one, I asked the first question and lied to myself. Then, with the second question, ALZip 8 lost out.
Sorry.
-Jeeem-
I’m a confirmed 7-zip user as well. I have no problem with the beta versions either; they’ve never given me any problems.
@Jim Anderson: I’m a confirmed downloader too. I like to archive programs, usually on DVD, against the day they go payware or I need them for an older OS.
Thanks Ashraf, this is interesting.
I can’t see myself paying 30 bucks for an archiver….. but free is good. Thanks Ashraf!
http://www.mydigitallife.info/2010/05/07/conceptdraw-pro-7-full-version-free-download-with-serial-number/
Loock here.
How is this better than 7zip ? As far as I see, it’s not, so no point in getting it…
@Ashraf: Its been quite a while and I’m not receiving any mail containing the serial number. Its not even in Spam folder :(. Is that delay normal?
@Doru: Thanks for this information :). Although this thread is for AlZip and it was expected that the replies would be related to Archiving tools.
However, I am actually looking for some tools like these, especially some free alternative to Microsoft OneNote.
@Doru: thanks for the concept draw pro link - nice program.
@Ashraf: thanks for the AlZip 8 offer – seems like a nice program.
Did anyone get the e-mail containing the registration information?
its been almost 2 hours and there is no sign of any e-mail.
I also gave my 2nd e-mail and still not even a spam mail from them
@Farrukh: Have you tried going to alternativeto.net or Wakoopa. Hey I am feeling like a nice guy today, so I will do the work for you, hold on….
For Alternativeto.net, here are the alternatives to Microsoft Office
http://alternativeto.net/desktop/microsoft-office-suite/?profile=windows&platform=windows
For Wakoopa, here are the alternatives to Microsoft Office
http://wakoopa.com/categories/office/productivity
Let me know if this helps.
@Farrukh: After ALZip 8.0 official version is released, we will send you an ALZip 8.x license!
@tejas: Thanks :)
Hey Ashraf, if your’e there, please answer me…
are you a student? I thought u were an adult working every day at some company… I read Adrian’s info on the forums (when you view his profile), and he said that “he is a student just like Ashraf”. Lawl. XD
~Joji~
@Joji: I’m also a student just like Ashraf and many others, although I’m working as a Software Engineer in a company. i.e. Never Stop Learning :)
Too bad it can’t create 7Z files. But still I’m going to give it a try.
I have been using Alzip for 5 years now.. When I bought my first personal laptop, I searched for a zip utility as an alternative to Winzip and chanced across Alzip. Have not looked back since and continue to use it on a daily basis almost. It has never failed me, not once. It is easy to use and the cute icons is one of the major reason I continue to stick with this app, a shallow reason I know, but nevertheless…
Would anyone know whether I need to uninstall my old version before installing Alzip 8? Or I can just install over the old version?
Thanks Alzip and thanks Azraf for bringing this to us…
Just was wondering if anyone had any idea when they planned on releasing the new program??? I thought it would be a weeks, but nothing else has been mentioned. Thanks Jack B.
good
thx
Just checking back, it’s the end of june, and I still have not received an activation code. I went to thier web site, and it seems the free code give-away is over,and it looks kike the AL Zip 8 is already out. Am I wrong, or just overlooked on the free code? Tanks Jack B.
@john barrentine:
I have not received anything either. Went to use my old Alzip today and it wants me to update but when I checked it is only the trial version
My father received his code today (7-6-2010). I have not yet received my code to unlock the full product. Perhaps they were only giving away to random applicants. My father and I registered on the promotion page on the same day using different computers on unique IP addresses.
I wrote to them about 3 days ago. They replied and apologised. Said they had so many emails to be sent out it will take them a while to get done. They did not include my reg in the email so I will have to wait my turn I suppose.