A file with .dar extension is compressed archive created using DAR (Disk ARchive). It serves as backup or archive for disk or files. DAR was created to replace TAR on UNIX. It supports deleting linked files. Its incremental backups make it better than TAR.
DAR files use compression like gzip and bzip2. The format depends on compression method.
It is used for file backups. It uses DAR compression. DVD Architect uses DAR to store DVD authoring project details like media locations and chapters.
DAR archives are used for disk or file backups. They are designed to replace .TAR. Use DAR or KDar to open.
It was made to replace TAR archives. .dar files are often compressed disk archives used on Unix. Open with DAR. No conversion available.
The DAR file relates to backup software DAR. It makes filesystem independent, cross platform backups.
DAR files also store DVD Architect projects. They have DVD components but not media.
Free online DAR tools allow viewing and editing without installing anything.
Alternatives like 7-Zip and The Unarchiver also open DAR files. Care with these backup files avoids data loss.
Two software programs relate to DAR: DAR itself and DVD Architect for projects. Files are compressed or settings types. Usually compressed.
DAR files work with Linux DAR software for archiving filesystems. Various programs support DAR files on Windows and Mac.
Sony DVD Architect
MAGIX Vegas DVD Architect