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    • Update script error

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      when clciking on powerarchiver update from within powerarchiver we get a windows for the update but it nows sayes script errors. I think it could be due to windows update in windows 10 can you look into it. By pressing cancel it seems to be ok. It seems that the page being displayed as erros on it.

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    • PA 2.00.01 macOS extract popup not showing buttons

      F

      From within PA on the extract popup, buttons are hidden, I must resize the window to get access to the OK/Cancel buttons. Tried on the default notebook screen (Macbook M1 Max 14") as well as on my external monitor (4k).Screenshot_2022-05-12_10-02-10.jpg

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    • PA 2.00.01 macOS directory separator inside RAR

      F

      Just uncompressed a RAR file that has a folder within, PA created the folder but the files inside are not being saved into folder because directory separator is a BACKSLASH (Windows style) instead of SLASH (macOS).Screenshot_2022-05-12_09-59-08.jpg

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    • Conexware update

      W

      Hello,
      When clicking on the main ribbon for a new version I get a script error message.
      Actual version: 21.00.15 - French version
      OS: W10 21H2 19044.1645

      Best regards
      Wilfrid

      PS: Keep building such good software

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    • PDF Encrypt and Sign Section Missing

      W

      Ho già contattato il supporto con il modulo presente qui https://www.powerarchiver.com/it/contact/ da settimane ma non ho ricevuto riscontro e ora che ho aggiornato alla versione 21.00.15 ho notato che il problema persiste.
      Quando clicco PDF Encrypt & Sign nel tab Crittografia appare la schemata riportata sotto come se mancassero le funzionalità.

      I’ve already contacted support with the form here https://www.powerarchiver.com/it/contact/ weeks ago but I haven’t received any feedback and now that I’ve updated to version 21.00.15 I’ve noticed that the problem persists.
      When I click on PDF Encrypt & Sign in the Encryption tab the schematic below appears as if the functionality is missing.

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    • PowerArchiver 2022 Final does not find external DVD-Burner

      U

      I have tried to burn a DVD with PowerArchiver 2022 Final, but it didn’t work because PA didn’t found the external DVD-Burner.
      I have tried several burners from Sony, LG, Dell.
      I have connected the burners with several USB-Ports but unfortunately without any success.
      With other burning software, e. g. Nero, all burner worked perfect on each USB-Port.
      The same problem occured with PA2018 and it was solved with an update, but I don’t remember the detailed software version.
      Could you check the possibility of an bug, please?
      Thank you for your support in advance!

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    • PowerArchivier don't save Created and Accessed timestamp

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      Quando creo un archivio zip con un altro programma ad esempio Winrar se apro il file con Winrar vi sono visualizzati anche le date originali di Accesso e Creazione.
      Se ottimizzo quel file zip con la funzione Ottimizza archivio di PowerArchivier (o creo un nuovo archivio) il file risultate non ha più le date originali di Accesso e Creazione.
      C’è una opzione per preservare questi dati? (Non l’ho trovata nelle impostazioni del programma e ho già abilitato le opzioni “salva info complete cartella” presente in “Profili di compressione”)
      /
      When I create a ZIP archive with another program such as Winrar, if I open the file with Winrar, the original Access and Creation dates are also displayed.
      If I optimize that zipper file with the Optimize Archive function of PowerArchivier (or create a new archive) the resulting file no longer has the original Access and Creation dates.
      Is there an option to preserve this data? (I haven’t found it in the program settings and I have already enabled the “save complete folder info” options in “Compression Profiles”)

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    • Unlisted pbs files

      pirrbe

      Upgraded from 2021 to 2022. Selecting ‘backup’ no scripts are showed. Only after editing and saving an existing script (explorer) it shows up in the PA backup folder.
      So is the ‘backup’ icon to open the Backup screen only for creating ‘new’ ones. This means that you have to open ALL your old pbs files and to save them again… not user friendly.
      No way to improve this ? Thank you.

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    • Fast/Slow Ring: PowerArchiver 2022 Final - 21.00.15

      M

      PowerArchiver 2022 - Final Version - 21.00.15

      Download:
      https://powerarchiverdl.cachefly.net/2022/powarc210015.exe

      Information about PowerArchiver 2022 - 21.00.15:
      https://www.powerarchiver.com/2022/04/05/welcome-to-owerarchiver-2022/

      Thanks everyone for your assistance!

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    • Access violation with scaling > 100%

      K

      Hi,

      I have a 31" 4K screen with 3840x2160 pixel, which PA is able to handle - except of a scaling other than 100%.
      When changing scaling for this screen to 125%, starting PA brings the following exception:

      Access violation at address 0000000..DF47A4 in module 'powerarc.exe'. Schreiben of address 0000...00330.

      After closing this message, PA seems to work fine.
      PA version 21.00.15 (03/2022) 64bit (tested with Win 10 and after upgrade Win 11)

      Is there any chance to avoid this access violation or this message?

      Thanks and regards,
      Karsten

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    • PA 21.00.13 *.tar.xz open okay but *.txz doesn't

      Brian Gregory

      Example file: http://www.kk5jy.net/smalldv-v1/Software/smalldv-1.0-beta-20180619a.txz

      PA 21.00.13 doesn’t seem to see the contents unless I change the extension to .tar.xz

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    • configure clouds hangs up system

      pirrbe

      This are the steps :

      in Options, select ‘configure clouds’ try now to quit this option…
      No way, everything is locked up, the only way is using the task manager to quit PA.
      (version 2021-20.10.02)
      4205a809-353e-46f4-90ab-0bad062c2ccc-image.png
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    • 2022 RC 2: Adding file to existing archive breadcrumb nav does not work

      MarcFou

      When adding a file into an existing archive, in the add file window, if you click in the breadcrumb bar to navigate to a parent directory, the file list does not change. The directory Up button works.

      Running x64 on Win 11

      Image1.jpg

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    • About box slightly messy on PA 21.00.13

      Brian Gregory

      blue text over graphic: (graphic too low?)
      PA210013About.png
      (Running on 64 bit Windows 7)

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    • Windows 11 context menu "Open with PowerArchiver" doesn't work

      BigMike

      In PA 21.0.13, when I try to open an archive with the new Windows 11 context menu item “Open with PowerArchiver”, a PowerArchive instance is opened, but the archive is not loaded.

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    • PA 2022 Windows 11 context menu not translated

      BigMike

      Hi,

      the new Windows 11 context menu is not localized in PA 21.00.13.
      While the classic context menu is localized, when it’s opened on a file on my desktop, it’s English, when it’s opened from a file on my C drive.

      @Mili Are there updated localization files available?

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    • Problems with registry restrictions on PA 2021 and sending reg codes

      BigMike

      Hi,

      I thought, I’ll give it a try and upgrade my PA 2018 Toolbox on my production machine to PA 2021 (20.10.03)

      Sending registration codes in your order recovery doesn’t seem to work at the moment (I also checked my junk folder), online activation works Using registry to disable modules (for example HKLM\SOFTWARE\PowerArchiverInt\General\DisableBurning) doesn’t work as expected with modern ui. The module is visible, but I’ll get the trial nag, if I try to open it. It’s almost fine in classic and ribbon mode.

      7989017c-3cd2-4a99-a1f6-06ce62329dec-image.png

      “DisableClouds” and “DisableExplorer” seem not to be respected at all, while the classic UI seems to respect the setting to disable any other unused module:
      89843f23-ad89-45bf-92bc-406b1a11dfc9-image.png

      In settings I won’t be able to access the SmartAI settings and the settings for the internal editor if the FTP module is disabled

      cc40877b-d8d0-404c-b7f8-d5ae0a1ee445-image.png

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    • Is PA 2022 clear with old bugs?

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      PA Queue does not compress file optimally with same parameters if used in Queue mode.

      Being able to save advanced option, and set a default profile and archive type for compression so I can save clicks.

      The above two are majorly affecting my efficiency with archiving stuff with PA 20.10.03.

      Can someone confirm if they are resolved with the 2022 RC1?

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    Wiping temp files after decrypting

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      Socrates Banned last edited by

      I want to be sure of one thing . . . and I could not find an answer in the help file. Sorry if I missed it.

      Suppose I have an encrypted archive (any form of encryrption). I open the archive to look at one file.

      Does PA WIPE the temporary file after I close the encrypted file?

      If not, could this be added?

      Hugh

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      • Luxor
        Luxor Alpha Testers last edited by

        Yes.

        Wasn’t 100% sure but I just tested it and once I closed PA the temp file was deleted from the temp folder.

        Windows 10 Home 64-bit
        Intel Core i7 6700HQ @ 2.60GHz
        12.0GB Dual-Channel DDR3 @ 798MHz

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          Socrates Banned @Luxor last edited by

          Thanks, Luxor,

          I want to make sure sure, though, of two things.

          (1) is the file deleted or is it wiped?
          (2) If so, Is this something done by default on encrypted files, or is there some special setting.

          Best,

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          • Luxor
            Luxor Alpha Testers @Socrates last edited by

            @Socrates:

            Thanks, Luxor,

            I want to make sure sure, though, of two things.

            (1) is the file deleted or is it wiped?

            Deleted as far as I know. spwolf will hopefully tell us if it is wiped. I have my doubts about that but I don’t know enough to know for sure.
            @Socrates:

            (2) If so, Is this something done by default on encrypted files, or is there some special setting.

            Best,

            It’s by default would be my answer. But again let’s wait for spwolf or one of the other devs for the definitive answer. :)

            Windows 10 Home 64-bit
            Intel Core i7 6700HQ @ 2.60GHz
            12.0GB Dual-Channel DDR3 @ 798MHz

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            • spwolf
              spwolf conexware @Socrates last edited by

              @Socrates:

              Thanks, Luxor,

              I want to make sure sure, though, of two things.

              (1) is the file deleted or is it wiped?
              (2) If so, Is this something done by default on encrypted files, or is there some special setting.

              Best,

              it is currently deleted, not wiped… wiped would mean data was overwritten by zeroes several times.

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              • RJWaring
                RJWaring @spwolf last edited by

                @spwolf:

                it is currently deleted, not wiped… wiped would mean data was overwritten by zeroes several times.

                Maybe it’s worth adding that to the request list. for Pro and Toolbox users.

                Goverment Wiped Temp’s made from PA.

                However, for the users who are wanting to wipe this data if you download a free app called CCleaner it has multiple wiping options and customisable locations to add.

                PowerArchiver has the ability to custom the location of temp files you can change this in the config screen.

                Until the team have made something that wipes data whenever that will be you could use my suggestion.

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                • spwolf
                  spwolf conexware last edited by

                  Sir Richard always tries to limit our PA Standard users, bad Richard, bad! :-)

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                  • TBGBe
                    TBGBe @spwolf last edited by

                    @spwolf:

                    it is currently deleted, not wiped… wiped would mean data was overwritten by zeroes several times.

                    Not just zeroes, though ;)

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                    • RJWaring
                      RJWaring @spwolf last edited by

                      @spwolf:

                      Sir Richard always tries to limit our PA Standard users, bad Richard, bad! :-)

                      I just think that a feature such as Goverment Wiping is more towards end users who are heavy users and use things like encryption, backup etc more than most.

                      So pro and toolbox falls into line.

                      dont get me wrong, if you want to offer it for all then good on you ;) i keep coming up with increasing your sales for Pro + and you keep knocking me down. LOL

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                      • spwolf
                        spwolf conexware @RJWaring last edited by

                        @Sir:

                        I just think that a feature such as Goverment Wiping is more towards end users who are heavy users and use things like encryption, backup etc more than most.

                        So pro and toolbox falls into line.

                        dont get me wrong, if you want to offer it for all then good on you ;) i keep coming up with increasing your sales for Pro + and you keep knocking me down. LOL

                        government wiping? sounds like the feds will be soon all over us :-).

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                        • RJWaring
                          RJWaring last edited by

                          lol, As long as you have me on your team i’ll keep them pesky feds at bay :)

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                            Socrates Banned @RJWaring last edited by

                            I often keep private correspondence and financial files in encrypted archives.

                            I am trying to understand precisely how PA handles both the creation and extraction of the constituent files. I would prefer to leave no residue of said files floating around as flotsam and jetsam on the hard drive.

                            I have software that will wipe files – if I know precisely where those files are. However, if PA deletes but does not wipe a file, then I am not sure how I can properly wipe it.

                            Relatedly . . . if I include the setting that says “use the current file as the temp file” does that mean that all files used to build the archive, AND all files extracted from said archive will be in the current folder? That might make my task easier.

                            And how does THIS setting supplement, override, or compete with the temp file location setting?

                            Perhaps one solution is to just not have PA ever create temp files, at least not for encrypted archives.

                            No rush on an answer . . . I am just trying to better understand my options.

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                            • spwolf
                              spwolf conexware last edited by

                              best option would be for us to wipe (overwrite the data and then delete) it :-).

                              few people have asked about it already so it will probably come soon enough.

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                              • RJWaring
                                RJWaring @spwolf last edited by

                                @spwolf:

                                best option would be for us to wipe (overwrite the data and then delete) it :-).

                                few people have asked about it already so it will probably come soon enough.

                                Dam rite! another good thing for those concirned about Securing their data without the added hassle of additional software.

                                I have a few archives containing documents with confidential info, they are of course encrypted, but i always wipe the Temp location after i have finished with certain tools available.

                                However, if PA offered a FIPS wipe method that would be boss!

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                                  davidsplash @RJWaring last edited by

                                  it would be nice on the same level to have the files put in a folder that cannot be opened except through powerarchiver and with there original password. cause once its in the temp file anyone on a network computer can read your temp file and copy the files.

                                  just an idea

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                                    Socrates Banned @spwolf last edited by

                                    @spwolf:

                                    best option would be for us to wipe (overwrite the data and then delete) it :-).

                                    few people have asked about it already so it will probably come soon enough.

                                    That would be great. I now use FileEncyption XL to handle my most sensivitive data (including PA archives) since (a) it doesn’t create a temp file, and (b) it has an option to wipe files that are included in encyrpted files, and those extracted from encrypted files. So if PA had this, I could dump the other program.

                                    Still, I know PA cannot do everything – you must pick choose. So this is just a wish . . … nothing more.

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                                    • spwolf
                                      spwolf conexware last edited by

                                      added wiping to 12.5 beta… to be released this week… thanks for the suggestion.

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                                        Socrates Banned @spwolf last edited by

                                        I am impressed. Look forward to seeing it.

                                        I assume it will be upgradable via PatchBeam.

                                        I also assume that you will let us know if you want us to alpha test ZTE.

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                                        • RJWaring
                                          RJWaring @spwolf last edited by

                                          @spwolf:

                                          added wiping to 12.5 beta… to be released this week… thanks for the suggestion.

                                          This is fantastic news! It’s a good step forward with the significant steps forward within the security aspects only recently introduced into the PA Suite… ie FTP; Backup and Encryption options being FIPS Validated.

                                          Now Wiping on Temp’s, this is something the competitors DONT do!

                                          Without being pushy! and accepting its not a fully finished product, is there an option to verify the number of writes made like you would have in CCleaner, or steganos etc etc or is it a preset number?

                                          Ideally if PA could have a Quick, Secure & Paranoid mode or custom wipes and detail of what that means then that too would be another fantastic feature… It also means you are ticking many firm’s buttons when it comes to wipe options regarding confidential archives.

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                                          • spwolf
                                            spwolf conexware last edited by

                                            there are options: 1, 3 and 7 passes, based on that DoD 5220.22-M standard/suggestion. Is that what you meant Richard?

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                                            • RJWaring
                                              RJWaring @spwolf last edited by

                                              @spwolf:

                                              there are options: 1, 3 and 7 passes, based on that DoD 5220.22-M standard/suggestion. Is that what you meant Richard?

                                              :) Yes! that is exactly what i meant and is exactly what the security conscious user want’s see!

                                              Thank you Drazen! Thank you ConeXware

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                                              • RJWaring
                                                RJWaring last edited by

                                                Just to confirm that a recent update to PA that resolve’s ISO Driver’s also contains the 1st ever Wipe Facility for Archive’s…
                                                http://www.powerarchiver.com/test/alpha120/powarc125003.exe

                                                Although, this is a very new feature and I am sure there may be possible bugs and improvments it would be nice to get some feedback and possible feature requests. Remember that this is a Archive tool not a goverment wiping program so anything outside that of Backup’s, Zips, FTP etc is not possible.

                                                One area, that i would like to see within the “Configuration -> Security -> Wipe” Settings would be wipe options on specific file types and size’s within a custom box for example;

                                                Type - Size From - Wipe Method
                                                *PAE >5,000KB RCMP (DSX)
                                                *PAE <500KB GUTMANN 35
                                                *Zip ALL SIZES RANDOM
                                                *7Z ALL SIZES US DoD 5220.22-M (E)

                                                And a normal Tick Box saying on the lines of “Wipe All Formats Same” and the Typical Drop Box.

                                                Another feature within Shell Extensions under Extract “Extract & Wipe Archive” then under Compress “Compress & Wipe Original” it would also be good to see a new split “Wipe Options” including wipe PA History, Wipe Selected Archives “Brings up a Dialog Box and user can select multiple Archives for Wiping”

                                                All of this is based around securing Temps, old archives, encrypted files used with PA only.

                                                It would also be a good idea to see this particular Config Screen including passwork manager , policies and wipe methods lockable via a Password.

                                                Obviosly, these are my idea’s some may disagree… however, i feel that this is a strong step forward for Conexware and i can see it scoring many firms tick boxes and personal users concirns about securing their personal files.

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                                                • spwolf
                                                  spwolf conexware last edited by

                                                  why would you base your security policy on size of type of archive?

                                                  Also, while functionality is there, options are explanations of those windows are not final.

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                                                  • RJWaring
                                                    RJWaring @spwolf last edited by

                                                    @spwolf:

                                                    why would you base your security policy on size of type of archive?

                                                    Also, while functionality is there, options are explanations of those windows are not final.

                                                    As always, I understand that “Beta” and “Alpha” dont represent a final product so I expect that the product isnt finished :) so no worries there fella.

                                                    With regards as to the file size, there are a few reasons;

                                                    1. Some Users would Encrypt with a specifc file and as such would want a higher level of security of that than others.

                                                    2. Wiping can take significant resources & time to finalize depending on the size having the ability to scale those options can aid… “You could even add a time of wipe ie when screensaver turns on”

                                                    3. Also reference size, some users would encrypt highly confidential files in splits in order to make it harder to find and compile as such the file sizes are smaller so again having a setting for *PAE to wipe on files always less than 2megs on Maximum Gutman.

                                                    When i worked for “Urenco” i worked in a small project team to write with a firm a security application to “secure” files some of those settings i mentioned were key aspects raised by end users dealing with specific secure files extracted from systems. Certain files of their sizes were destroyed with the highest form were others although larger in size but less confidential were wiped with a ramdom wipe “still secure” but not as timely.

                                                    These afterall are suggestions.

                                                    It would also be advised to have a Log just like you have backup log. this log writes a confirmation of wipe per file. something some firms request to validate secure wiping of confidential data. it also aids to confirming there were no interuptions.

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                                                    • spwolf
                                                      spwolf conexware last edited by

                                                      Here is 12.5 Pre-Beta release:
                                                      http://www.powerarchiver.com/test/alpha120/powarc125003.exe

                                                      it has it now properly named… you have 3 options:
                                                      1, 3, 7 passes, all based on DoD 5220.22-M.

                                                      Obviously if you use 7 passes, it will overwrite those files 7 times, which means it will be slower than normal file delete.

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                                                      • RJWaring
                                                        RJWaring @spwolf last edited by

                                                        @spwolf:

                                                        Here is 12.5 Pre-Beta release:
                                                        http://www.powerarchiver.com/test/alpha120/powarc125003.exe

                                                        it has it now properly named… you have 3 options:
                                                        1, 3, 7 passes, all based on DoD 5220.22-M.

                                                        Obviously if you use 7 passes, it will overwrite those files 7 times, which means it will be slower than normal file delete.

                                                        Top Notch Boss! I shall count this as a Birthday present from ConeXware lol. I look forward to this being expanded on further as time goes on. and as always, happy to aid in testing, suggestions etc

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                                                        • spwolf
                                                          spwolf conexware last edited by

                                                          anything other than this, write up new thread… for instance, separate wipe tool for deleting files securely? Wishlist forums :-)

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