7-Zip software

7-Zip software 

7-Zip is a free and open-source file archiver used to compress and extract files. It is known for its high compression ratio and support for multiple archive formats.

Key Features of 7-Zip:

✔ High Compression Ratio – Uses the 7z format with LZMA and LZMA2 compression, often achieving better results than ZIP.
✔ Supports Multiple Formats – Can extract ZIP, RAR, TAR, GZ, BZ2, ISO, and more.
✔ Strong Encryption – Uses AES-256 encryption for secure file protection.
✔ Lightweight & Fast – Works efficiently without consuming much system resources.
✔ Free & Open-Source – Available under the GNU LGPL license.
✔ Command Line Version – Offers a CLI tool for automation and scripting.
✔ Integration with Windows Explorer – Adds right-click context menu options for easy file compression and extraction.

Supported Formats:

• Compression: 7z, ZIP, TAR, GZ, BZIP2, XZ
• Extraction Only: RAR, ISO, CAB, MSI, DMG, LZH, CHM, and more

Installation & Usage:

1. Download – Get 7-Zip from the official website (https://www.7-zip.org).
2. Install – Run the installer and follow the setup instructions.
3. Use – Right-click a file or folder to compress/extract using the context menu.