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Question

How to compress large file for emailing

May 10, 2011 9:02AM PDT

I am using a windows XP system. I recorded a short HD video with a Kodak Zi8 pocket video camera. I didn't realize the file was so big (45.9mb) and now I have it on my computer, but I can't email it out...it's way too big! I have never compressed a file before, but if the file can be compressed to a smaller size I may be able to email it. Is this something I can do with windows XP? If so, I need step by step directions....can anybody help?

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Drop box?
May 12, 2011 2:07PM PDT

I like this. Beats out my old solutions.

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Not gonna happen- upload instead
May 10, 2011 11:18AM PDT

It's too compressed already as it stands. You need to upload the file to a site such as filefactory, etc. Much better solution. Just share the generated link with your friends via email.

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I've found two ways...
May 12, 2011 10:59PM PDT

Many video sharing sites - like YouTube and vimeo.com - have some sort of security or privacy capability. They are used differently, so you need to understand what you want. I like Vimeo's method. Password protect the video and provide the video link and password to whomever is supposed to view the video. Of course, they can share that password with others so you can quickly lose control - but had you emailed the video, the same could happen. You can also change the password to limit strangers watching