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TAR File Format

TAR is the Unix archive format: it joins files together without compressing them; it is common on Linux and macOS.

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TAR at a Glance

Type	Archives
Full name	Tape Archive
File extensions	.tar
MIME type	`application/x-tar`
Developed by	Unix (Bell Labs)
Introduced	1979

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is TAR used for?

TAR keeps Unix file permissions and is the standard on Linux.

How do I open TAR files?

TAR files open in 7-Zip, WinRAR, macOS Archive Utility. If you don't have such a program, convert the file to a format you can open with the converter on this page — free and without registration.

How do I convert TAR files?

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