Session and utilities
The xz command
Compresses files with the xz algorithm (.xz), the best compressor of the three classics.
Syntax
xz [-d] [-k] archivoMost useful options
-dDecompresses-kKeeps the original-9Maximum compressionCopy-ready examples
$ printf 'texto\n' > f.txt && xz -k f.txt && lsCompress with xzYou can try them in the browser terminal: it does not touch your computer.
Typical mistakes
- It compresses very well but is slow; ideal for stored files, not for those changing often.
FAQ
Why does xz compress better?
Because it uses a stronger algorithm and looks for repetitions in larger windows.
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