OL98: How to Obtain the 128-bit Encryption Version of Outlook

ID: Q184127

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SUMMARY

Microsoft Outlook 98 is available in both 40-bit and 128-bit encryption versions. The downloadable version on the Microsoft Web site is 40-bit.

To obtain the 128-bit version of Outlook, you may download a security add- on, or order the compact disc (CD).


MORE INFORMATION

You can send orders for the CD securely over the Web. Allow 4-6 weeks for delivery. The CD charge, including shipping and handling, is $9.95 in U.S. Dollars, or $14.95 Canadian. (This price is subject to change.) Applicable taxes and tariffs may apply. This method of purchase is available only to customers in the U.S. and Canada.

To order the CD, go to the following Web site:

http://officeupdate.microsoft.com/Articles/outlook98cdorder.htm
Customers in the United States and Canada can download an add-on to get strong encryption security with their e-mail. To download the add-on, go to the following Web site:
http://mssecure.www.conxion.com/cgi-bin/ouitar.pl
The United States government restricts the export of 128-bit encryption, but not the export of 40-bit encryption.

128 and 40-bit encryption refer to the size of the key used to encrypt the data in the message. 40-bit encryption is not as strong as 128-bit. 128-bit encryption is approximately 309,485,009,821,345,068,724,781,056 times stronger than 40-bit encryption.

Additional query words: 98 Outfinal.exe Oufinal.exe 


Keywords          : kbdta EvnOthr 
Version           : WINDOWS:
Platform          : WINDOWS 
Issue type        : kbinfo

Last Reviewed: June 21, 1999