Bezipped is a file compression and archive utility built on top of the bzip2 command line tool that comes with Mac OS X.

In general, Bezipped creates smaller archives than those generated by Finder's "Compress" functionality. Couple that with the fact that Bezipped also allows you to create "Windows safe" archives (archives without the dreaded ._ files), and the ability to put archives where you choose, and you've got a one stop compression shop.

Using Bezipped is as simple as dragging, dropping, and watching Bezipped handle the rest. When your files have been compressed just click the spyglass to reveal it in the Finder.

Bezipped creates files that are 100% compatible with Mac OS X, so you can send your archives to family, colleagues and friends without them having to install special software. If you're sending your archives to folks on Windows, they can use 7zip to open your archives too.