Summary

This chapter covered file compression and archival commands, which are important for efficient file management and transferring files over networks. It also covered several powerful tools, including gunzip, gzip, tar, rar, unrar, zip, unzip, bunzip2, bzip2, 7z, and xz, which enable system administrators to compress and decompress files efficiently, archive large files and directories, and transfer files over networks or between systems. These commands offer various compression levels and encryption options to ensure the security and confidentiality of data. They are particularly useful for managing large databases, backing up important files, and transferring files over the internet. By using these commands, system administrators can efficiently manage their files and storage, making the most of their computing resources.

Overall, this chapter provided a comprehensive guide to file compression and archiving commands in Linux, which are essential for effective file management...