GnuWin32: Cpio GnuWin32
Use this command to install GnuWin32: Cpio:
winget install --id=GnuWin32.Cpio -e GNU cpio copies files into or out of a cpio or tar archive. The archive can be another file on the disk, a magnetic tape, or a pipe.
GNU Cpio for Windows
GNU Cpio for Windows is a versatile archiving tool designed to copy files into or out of cpio or tar archives. It supports multiple archive formats, including binary, ASCII, crc, HPUX, old tar, and POSIX.1 tar, offering flexibility for various use cases.
Key Features:
- Multiple Archive Formats: Supports diverse formats such as binary, ASCII, crc, HPUX, old tar, and POSIX.1 tar.
- Cross-Platform Compatibility: Automatically recognizes archive types and handles different byte orders, ensuring compatibility across platforms.
- Default Binary Format: Uses binary format by default for backward compatibility with older systems.
Audience & Benefits: Ideal for developers and system administrators working on Windows environments who need reliable archive management. This tool streamlines workflow by supporting various formats without requiring separate tools, enhancing efficiency and flexibility in handling archives.