Lzip Compressed File
General Information
| Title | LZ File Extension |
| Extension | .lz |
| Full Form | Lzip Compressed File |
| File Type | Compressed File |
| Developer | Antonio Diaz Diaz |
| MIME Type | application/x-lzip |
File Function
| Primary Function | Data compression |
| Additional Functions | Archiving |
| Features | High compression, Lossless |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High compression |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | No, decompression needed |
Use Cases
| File Archiving | Yes |
| Data Backup | Yes |
| Software Distribution | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Malware concealment |
| Best Practices | Scan for viruses, Verify integrity |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2008 |
| Latest Version | Vary by tool |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .zip, .rar, .7z, .tar |
