editing/viewing a Microsoft Outlook NK2 name cache file

Question

I am trying to find some code which shows how one might open an Outlook NK2 names cache file. I did some searching and I have seen several people say that it's not possible, but then I find links to some freeware that can do just this so I know its possible. I would use the freeware applications, but would rather do it in my own code, and it easier to get an approval from management if I use my own code within my organization rather then a freeware/shareware application. I'm trying to write the code in VB, but I would like to find a example in any language if it helps.

Answer 1

I've used this is the past with great success: http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/outlook_nk2_autocomplete.html

You can actually export with this program, do your manipulation with shell scripts, etc. and import back in.

Answer 2

Redemption has some Nk2 stuff check out http://www.dimastr.com/redemption/rdo/rdonicknames.htm for examples. Though you may have to pay for a commercial license.

There is also http://code.google.com/p/debunk2/ project on google code that has alot of good stuff in it to get you started.

Marcus