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Use this command to install GnuWin32: Gzip:
winget install --id=GnuWin32.Gzip -e

gzip (GNU zip) is a compression utility designed to be a replacement for compress. Its main advantages over compress are much better compression and freedom from patented algorithms.

GnuWin32: Gzip is a compression utility designed to replace compress with superior performance and freedom from patented algorithms. It offers enhanced compression capabilities, ensuring efficient file reduction while adhering to open-source principles.

Key Features:

  • Superior compression compared to traditional tools like compress.
  • Freedom from patented algorithms, ensuring legal and ethical use.
  • Cross-platform compatibility, supporting various Windows versions (Windows 95 through Vista).
  • Available for installation via winget, simplifying deployment.

Audience & Benefit: Ideal for Windows users who require reliable and efficient file compression. GnuWin32: Gzip provides a secure, patent-free solution for compressing files without compromising performance or functionality.

Versions
1.3.12-1