What is ZbigZ?
ZbigZ is a file compression and decompression software tool that is optimized for maximum compression ratios on large files. It was created specifically to deal with the growing size of files such as multimedia, databases, virtual machine images, backups, and scientific datasets.
Unlike traditional compression tools like WinZip or 7-Zip which use the DEFLATE algorithm, ZbigZ utilizes specialized algorithms including recursive cascading, pre-conditioning filters, and entropy balancing. These algorithms allow ZbigZ to typically compress large files between 10-100% better than zip-based tools.
Key features of ZbigZ include:
- High compression ratios specifically for large files
- Faster compression and decompression speeds than alternatives
- Open source algorithms optimized for maximum space savings
- Support for all major operating systems and file types
- Easy integration into existing workflows through command line usage
ZbigZ is offered free for personal use or paid licenses for commercial usage. It can compress and decompress files between diverse systems and users quickly, securely, and with substantial storage savings. For managing large datasets across storage or transmission channels, ZbigZ provides superior compression technology.