Puzzle texture\effect Question

I am on a Windows 7 PC using PS 5.5 Extended.
I am looking to create a puzzle texture with a photo. I have read various articles on the forum from searching and most seem to point to a pre-loaded but not installed puzzle texture plug-in. I can't seem to find it and have gone into the directory and sub directories with no success. (I may just be old and missing it!) If it is not in CS 5.5 Extended does anyone know where I can find a free plug in that works?
Also, I understand the bit about masking and cutting certain "pieces" to enhance the effect but Is there an easier way to (not proper terminology) multi-mask and separate\explode out the mask pieces in one action?
Thanks in advance for any assistance,
BZ

You might try the Puzzle Effects offering by Panos at Adobe Exchange:
http://www.adobe.com/cfusion/exchange/index.cfm?event=productHome&exc=16
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