TAR.LZ File Converter
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Step 1 – Upload TAR.LZ file
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Step 2 – Choose Format
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Step 3 – Download File
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About TAR.LZ (.TAR.LZ)
TAR.LZ files are archive files that combine the TAR archive format with Lzip compression. The TAR format bundles multiple files into a single archive while Lzip compresses the archive to reduce its size. This combination is commonly used in Unix-like systems for efficient storage and transfer of grouped files. The TAR format dates back to the early days of Unix in the 1970s, originally designed for tape backup.
Technical Details
A TAR.LZ file is created by first archiving files with the tar utility, producing a .tar file, which is then compressed using the lzip compression tool, resulting in a .tar.lz file. Lzip uses the LZMA algorithm for compression, which balances speed and high compression ratios. This format supports features like multithreading and recovery records, making it suitable for large archives. Decompression typically requires tools like 'tar' combined with 'lzip' or specific utilities designed to handle this file type.
Additional Information & Use Cases
Lzip compression provides strong lossless compression and includes error detection to ensure file integrity. Using TAR with Lzip is an effective way to maintain file structure while significantly reducing storage requirements. Many package distributions and backups rely on this format for its reliability and efficiency. Lzip was developed in the mid-2000s as a free and open-source alternative to other compression methods like gzip and bzip2.
