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Description

GNU Gzip is a widely used data compression tool that was originally developed by Jean-loup Gailly for the GNU project, with the decompression component crafted by Mark Adler. This program emerged as an alternative to the older compress utility due to the restrictions imposed by Unisys and IBM patents on the LZW algorithm utilized by compress, which made its usage unfeasible. The improved compression efficiency offered by gzip serves as an additional benefit. You can find stable source releases on the primary GNU download server (available via HTTPS, HTTP, and FTP) and on various mirrors, with a recommendation to use a mirror whenever possible. Gzip compresses the specified files through the implementation of Lempel-Ziv coding (specifically LZ77). Typically, each file is transformed into one that carries the ‘.gz’ extension while preserving its original ownership modes, access rights, and modification timestamps. For certain operating systems, such as MSDOS, OS/2 FAT, and Atari, the default extension utilized is ‘z’. In cases where no files are provided, the program will compress data from the standard input and direct it to the standard output, ensuring versatile usage across different systems. This flexibility makes gzip an invaluable tool for efficient data management.

Description

Each passing year sees a dramatic surge in the volume of data stored and shared globally. The expenses associated with data storage and transfer are on the rise, whether entities choose to keep their information on-site or utilize cloud services. To effectively address cost management and resource allocation, a robust and adaptable data compression solution is crucial. Nearly thirty years after the introduction of the ZIP file format, PKZIP remains a benchmark in the realm of data compression and file organization. Utilizing PKZIP, businesses can achieve file compression rates of up to 95%, which not only lowers storage expenses but also significantly enhances the speed of file transfers. Moreover, PKZIP is capable of tackling vast compression challenges, accommodating over 2 billion files within a single archive and managing files that exceed 9 exabytes. The lossless compression technology offered by PKWARE guarantees that every piece of information, including metadata, is preserved during the zipping process. This reliability makes PKZIP a preferred choice for organizations aiming to optimize their data handling.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

7-Zip No 
8 Zip Yes 
File Manager Pro Yes 
FileVoyager Yes 
Files&Folders Yes 
IBM i No 
Metro Commander Yes 
MiXplorer Silver Yes 
Resec Yes 
Unreal Commander Yes 
Unzip One Yes 
WinZip No 
Xdebug Yes 
muCommander Yes 

Integrations

7-Zip Yes 
8 Zip No 
File Manager Pro No 
FileVoyager No 
Files&Folders No 
IBM i Yes 
Metro Commander No 
MiXplorer Silver No 
Resec No 
Unreal Commander No 
Unzip One No 
WinZip Yes 
Xdebug No 
muCommander No 

Pricing Details

Free
Free Trial No 
Free Version Yes 

Pricing Details

$29 per copy
Free Trial Yes 
Free Version No 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux Yes 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac No 
Linux Yes 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars Yes 
Live Training (Online) Yes 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

GNU Operating System

Country

United States

Website

www.gnu.org/software/gzip/

Vendor Details

Company Name

PKWARE

Founded

1986

Country

United States

Website

www.pkware.com/zip/products/pkzip/

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