What is a GZ file?
The Gnu Zipped Archive file, GZ file, (also known as a gzip file), is an archive file that is compressed by the standard GNU zip compression algorithm. It is mostly used on UNIX and Linux systems. The GZ file is sometimes utilized to compress certain elements on websites to speed up the loading time of a page. The GZ file contains information from the original file like the name and timestamp.
The GZ file is a common archive format which makes it a good choice for sharing and storing files. Because it is a common format there are a good number of utilities that con decompress GZ files.
How to Open GZ Files
How to Make GZ Files
Below are some software programs that can open GZ files. Download one to open your file now.