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What is a CAB file?
CAB (Cabinet) is an archive format developed by Microsoft for packaging software installation files. It supports lossless compression and digital signatures, and is optimized for installation speed.
CAB files are still used in Windows update packages and driver installations, making them a key format in the Windows ecosystem.
How to open CAB files
CAB files can be opened using Windows built-in utilities, 7-Zip, WinRAR, or with the `expand` command in Windows Command Prompt.
Use AnyConv to unpack or convert CAB files when working cross-platform or on systems without native support.
Key facts about CAB
- Full name: Windows Cabinet File
- Extension: .cab
- MIME type: application/vnd.ms-cab-compressed
- Developed by: Microsoft
- Initial release: 1995
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What is a ZIP file?
ZIP is one of the most widely used archive file formats. It compresses one or more files into a single container using lossless compression algorithms. ZIP files are commonly used for sharing and storing files efficiently.
Created in the late 1980s, the format is supported by virtually all operating systems, including Windows, macOS, and Linux. Many apps can open or create ZIP archives without needing extra tools.
How to open ZIP files
ZIP files can be opened with built-in tools on Windows, macOS, and many Linux distributions. They’re also supported by 7-Zip, WinRAR, and countless other utilities.
You can convert ZIP files online using AnyConv for convenience across devices.
Key facts about ZIP
- Full name: ZIP Archive
- Extension: .zip
- MIME type: application/zip
- Developed by: Phil Katz (PKWARE)
- Initial release: 1989
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- Do I need to register to convert CAB files?Not at all! You can convert CAB to ZIP without signing up or installing anything.
- Is it safe to convert CAB to ZIP on AnyConv?Absolutely. All CAB and ZIP files are securely handled and automatically deleted after 1 hour. Nobody can access your data.
- Will the quality change after converting CAB to ZIP?We do our best to preserve the original quality during CAB to ZIP conversion. The result is accurate and clean.
- How long does it take to convert CAB to ZIP?Most conversions from CAB to ZIP take just a few seconds — even for larger files.
- Can I upload more than one CAB file?Yes, batch conversion is supported. You can convert multiple CAB files to ZIP at once — fast and easy.
- What browsers support CAB to ZIP conversion?All modern browsers! Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge — AnyConv runs online and supports converting CAB to ZIP on any platform.