Windows 11 Adds Native Support for 11 Additional File Archive Formats

Microsoft has also released new free Windows 11 virtual machines for developers.
Windows 11 now supports 11 additional file archive formats natively, including 7-Zip and RAR.

Microsoft has recently updated Windows 11 to include native support for 11 additional file archive formats. This update, as reported by multiple sources, includes popular formats such as 7-Zip and RAR. Prior to this update, users had to rely on third-party software to open these types of files. Now, users can directly open, extract, and manage these files within the Windows 11 operating system. This is a significant improvement in terms of user convenience and system integration.

The other nine file formats that have been added to the support list include GZIP, TAR, ISO, VHD, VHDX, XZ, BZIP2, CAB, and WIM. This wide range of formats ensures that Windows 11 can handle most of the commonly used file archives. This update is part of Microsoft's ongoing efforts to improve the user experience on Windows 11.

In addition to the file archive support, Microsoft has also released new free Windows 11 virtual machines. These virtual machines are designed to help developers test their applications on the new operating system. They are available for download on the Microsoft Developer website.


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