3.4. Create an Encrypted Zip File

Now we are ready to burn the files from your C:\Temp\Archive folder to CD / DVD

 

Select all files (Ctrl+A) in the C:\Temp\Archive folder, including the Index file

 

 

Right-click and select WinZip > Add to Zip file...

 

 

Enter the name of the archive file "Compliance Report xx-xx-xx" where the X's are replaced with the dates you are working with

 

Check the box to "Encrypt added files"

 

 

Click the "Add" button

 

A message may appear regarding various encryption methods available.  Click "OK" to the message

 

Enter, and re-enter the password

Select "256 Bit Encryption"

 

 

Click "OK" to add the files to the new zip file and close WinZip

 

The Zip file is now ready to burn to a CD/DVD