Are self-extracting archives cross-platform? I had always assumed not, so I never use them, as I have to communicate with PCers and Mackers alike.
Christopher
Stuffit Deluxe (Mac version) allows one to create a self extracting file in many formats including Windows (.exe)
I have abandoned self-extracting files as they make anyone half-way savvy nervous for security reasons.
On a related note, I was recently told to make sure that the "open safe files after downloading" box under general preferences was unchecked in Safari (it is checked by default.) Dashboard widgets are self-installing and this presents a potential security risk.
A silly decision on Apple's part I think considering how security has been beefed up noticeably in Tiger overall....I would think that they will plug this "hole" soon.
More reading here: <http://www.oreillynet.com/pub/wlg/7064>
Take care,
Karen
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