A GZ file is a compressed file that uses the GZIP compression algorithm. GZ files are commonly used to compress large files, such as software distributions, backups, and log files. GZ files can be created using the GZIP command-line utility or a variety of other software programs.
There are several benefits to using GZ files. First, GZ files can significantly reduce the size of a file, making them easier to store and transfer. GZ files can also be used to protect the contents of a file from unauthorized access.