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There are a number of tools that you use to compress files on Linux systems, but they don't all behave the same way or yield the same level of compression. In this post, we compare five of them. There ...

To start using the Zstandard compression tool, you first need to install it on your Linux system. The installation process varies slightly depending on the Linux distribution you are using. Zstandard ...

One of the best methods to manage and share data is through compressed files — commonly known as ZIP files. These files allow users to reduce the size of large files and folders, making it easier to ...

Ever download a folder full of files, only to notice all of the documents inside are zipped shut and encrypted—basically the digital version of Fort Knox? These are examples of the ever-wonderful, yet ...

Using vi or vim, you can actually edit some compressed files (bz2, gz and xz files) to add, change, or remove content. The files will remain compressed on your disk, but you’ll be able to notice the ...

This app, available on the Google Play Store, allows you to compress various types of audio files quickly and easily. It supports almost all audio formats and facilitates file conversion in good ...

A high-resolution video appeals to everyone for the details it contains. However, as smartphones continue to gain support for high-resolution video recording, storing and sharing large video files is ...

The use of digital video is increasingly common in business. Whether it's an instructional video, an advertisement or a video memo, there are times when a video is simply a more effective ...