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XZ file format

XZ Compressed File

An XZ file is a single file with very strong compression. Linux distributions use it for disk images and large downloads.

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Where XZ files open

Linux
Every distribution unpacks XZ files.
Yes
Mac
Unpacks in Terminal, Finder needs an extra app.
Partly
Windows
Needs an extra app on most Windows versions.
No

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