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What is the default file extension added by the bzip2 command when compressing a file?

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Linux CLI - Archiving and Compression
What is the default file extension added by the bzip2 command when compressing a file?
A.zip
B.bz2
C.xz
D.bz
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Understand bzip2 compression output

    The bzip2 command compresses files and appends the extension .bz2 by default.

  2. Step 2: Compare with other compression extensions

    .xz is used by xz, .zip is for zip archives, and .bz is not standard for bzip2.

  3. Final Answer:

    .bz2 -> Option B

  4. Quick Check:

    Default bzip2 extension = .bz2 [OK]
Quick Trick: Remember: bzip2 files end with .bz2 by default [OK]
Common Mistakes:
  • Confusing .bz2 with .xz
  • Thinking .bz is the extension
  • Mixing with .zip format

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