File extension .TAR.GZ
Full Name | Developer | Category |
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Compressed Tarball File | The GNU Project | Compressed Files |
TAR.GZ is a .GZ file format allowing multiple files to be stored in a single archive by compressing them into a Gzip file ( .GZ). It usually combines and stores several files into one, and thus reduces space and the number of files that need to be transferred. The TAR.GZ (and other similar formats) are sometimes referred to as tarballs because of their resemblance to tar soap balls that were popular in the past.
What is a TAR.GZ File?
A TAR.GZ file is a compressed Tarball File, containing files inside an archived folder. The files can be compressed using the GZIP compression algorithm, designed for Unix-based computers, and can also be decompressed using the GNU Zip software and similar programs for Windows systems. The open source version of 7zip, a free file archiver, also supports the support. As its name implies, TAR.GZ file combines the GNU Zip compression algorithm (.gz) with the Tarball (.tar) file archive format.
Comparing TAR.GZ with Other Formats
Other file extensions used in storing archives include .TGZ, .TAR, .BZ2, .RAR and others such as .ACE. Of these alternatives,.TGZ and.TAR are popular alternatives to TAR.GZ because they do not require additional decompression or compression software suite in order to open or create them. However, compared to TAR.GZ, these formats perform less well when files must be individually restored from within the archive.
Programs for MAC system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .TAR.GZ) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .TAR.GZ extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .TAR.GZ file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .TAR.GZ extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .TAR.GZ extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .TAR.GZ file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .TAR.GZ file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .TAR.GZ file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .TAR.GZ file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .TAR.GZ file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines
Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
New technologies enthusiast, helping to solve problems with the files.
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