Z File Documentation
Overview
Feature | Value |
---|---|
File Extension | .Z |
Compression Method | Lempel-Ziv coding (LZC) |
Typical MIME Type | application/x-compress |
Original Release | 1980s |
Commonly Used On | UNIX and UNIX-like systems |
Binary Format | Yes |
Can Store Multiple Files | No |
Compression Ratio | Variable, depending on the data |
Decompression Tool | uncompress , gunzip |
Associated Commands | compress , zcat , uncompress |
Direct Editing | No |
Checksum for Integrity | No |
Support for Encryption | No |
Main Usage | File compression on Unix systems |
Supported by Modern Operating Systems | Through compatibility layers or third-party software |
Advantages | Simple, fast compression |
Disadvantages | Limited features compared to newer compression formats |
Algorithmic Complexity | Low |
Replaced By | .gz (gzip) for most purposes |
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