StuffIt X Archive
General Information
| Title | SITX File Extension |
| Extension | .sitx |
| Full Form | StuffIt X Archive |
| File Type | Compressed Archive |
| Developer | Smith Micro Software |
| MIME Type | application/x-stuffitx |
File Function
| Primary Function | Data compression |
| Additional Functions | File encryption, Archive spanning |
| Features | High compression ratio, Secure |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Lossless compression |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | No, Extract required |
Use Cases
| Large File Distribution | Yes |
| Backup Archiving | Yes |
| Data Transfer Reduction | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | None inherent |
| Best Practices | Verify source, Scan for viruses |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2002 |
| Latest Release | StuffIt 16 |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .zip, .rar, .7z, .tar |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Smith Micro StuffIt Deluxe |
Paid | Windows, Mac |
| The Unarchiver |
Free | Mac |
| StuffIt Expander |
Free | Windows, Mac |