Microsoft uses open source to kill WinRAR by adding native .rar support to Windows 11

Microsoft is set to bring an exciting update to Windows 11, offering native support for a wider range of archive formats. In a move to enhance compression capabilities, a future Windows 11 update will integrate the libarchive open-source project into the operating system. This update means that users can now enjoy improved performance when working with popular archive formats such as tar, 7-zip, rar, gz, and more. Windows 11 aims to provide a seamless and convenient experience for its users. The upcoming Windows 11 update brings significant improvements in compression performance. By incorporating the libarchive open-source project, the operating system… [Continue Reading]