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What is a TAR.BZ2 file?
TAR.BZ2 is a compressed archive format that combines the TAR packaging method with BZIP2 compression. It’s common in Unix and Linux environments for distributing software or backing up files.
This format offers better compression than TAR.GZ, although it may be slower to compress and extract. It's frequently used for packaging open-source project files.
How to open TAR.BZ2 files
TAR.BZ2 files can be opened using 7-Zip, WinRAR, PeaZip, or tar with bzip2 support on Unix-based systems. They’re common in Linux software packaging.
Use AnyConv to extract or convert TAR.BZ2 files into ZIP or individual components.
Key facts about TAR.BZ2
- Full name: BZIP2 Compressed TAR Archive
- Extension: .tar.bz2
- MIME type: application/x-bzip2
- Developed by: Julian Seward
- Initial release: 1996
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What is a RAR file?
RAR is a proprietary archive format developed by Eugene Roshal. It offers advanced compression capabilities and supports features like error recovery and file spanning, making it popular for compressing large files.
RAR files are widely used for distributing software, media, and documents online. However, they require special software to extract, such as WinRAR or other compatible tools.
How to open RAR files
RAR files can be opened using WinRAR, 7-Zip, PeaZip, or other compatible programs. Native support is limited on most systems, so additional software is often required.
To extract or convert RAR files online, you can use AnyConv for quick access without installation.
Key facts about RAR
- Full name: Roshal Archive
- Extension: .rar
- MIME type: application/vnd.rar
- Developed by: Eugene Roshal
- Initial release: 1993
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- Do I need to register to convert TAR.BZ2 files?Not at all! You can convert TAR.BZ2 to RAR without signing up or installing anything.
- Is it safe to convert TAR.BZ2 to RAR on AnyConv?Absolutely. All TAR.BZ2 and RAR files are securely handled and automatically deleted after 1 hour. Nobody can access your data.
- Will the quality change after converting TAR.BZ2 to RAR?We do our best to preserve the original quality during TAR.BZ2 to RAR conversion. The result is accurate and clean.
- How long does it take to convert TAR.BZ2 to RAR?Most conversions from TAR.BZ2 to RAR take just a few seconds — even for larger files.
- Can I upload more than one TAR.BZ2 file?Yes, batch conversion is supported. You can convert multiple TAR.BZ2 files to RAR at once — fast and easy.
- What browsers support TAR.BZ2 to RAR conversion?All modern browsers! Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge — AnyConv runs online and supports converting TAR.BZ2 to RAR on any platform.