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Compressed (zipped) Folders Error
The Compressed (zipped) Folder is invalid or...
Description
A zip file is a collection of one or more compressed files. This problem can occur when the zip was inserted into a Word or WordPad document, and you are using Windows XP SP1 or older.
Sample Dialog
Dialog may appear differently depending on XP style options and where it occurs.
Key Facts
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Compressed (zipped) Folders Error
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The Compressed (zipped) Folder is invalid or corrupted.
This is a known problem with Windows XP SP1 and older. Updating to SP2 or later will correct the issue, or you can install the Microsoft hot fix (a special update) to fix this issue:
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