How do i un-encrypte a pdf to work on preview?

How do I un-encrypte a pdf file to work on Preview?
I am prompted to get the adobe reader but i don't see why but then found that the file was encrypted with adobe.
Is there a way to do this or do i have to download adobe?

Hello Flobel,
And welcome to Apple Discussions!
I know you are already well aware of this, but it might not be a good idea to start investing in some sort of an upgrade at least to Leopard. Nothing wrong with still running Tiger though. I think that's pretty cool.
Here is a link to a download for iTunes 9. Should work for you.
http://www.brothersoft.com/itunes-for-mac-download-61813.html
B-rock

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