.tar — Tape Archive
AT&T Bell Labs · 1979
¿Qué es un archivo .tar?
TAR (Tape Archive) is a Unix-originated format that bundles multiple files and directories into a single archive file without compression. TAR files preserve Unix file permissions, ownership, and directory structure. They are commonly combined with compression programs to create .tar.gz (gzip), .tar.bz2 (bzip2), or .tar.xz (xz) archives, which are the standard distribution format for Linux software and source code.
Programas que abren archivos .tar
| Plataforma | Programa | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Windows | 7-Zip | Gratis | |
| WinRAR | De pago | ||
| macOS | Archive Utility | Gratis | Oficial |
| The Unarchiver | Gratis | ||
| Linux | tar command | Gratis | Oficial |
Problemas comunes con archivos .tar
Preguntas frecuentes
.tar files can be opened with several programs. 7-Zip is one of the most popular choices.
Generally yes, .tar files are safe to open with appropriate software.
Yes, there are many online and offline tools available to convert .tar files. Check the conversion section above for specific methods.
Detalles técnicos
Tape Archive files use the application/x-tar MIME type and were first introduced in 1979 by AT&T Bell Labs. The file can be identified by its signature: 75 73 74 61 72 (ustar) at offset 257.