decompressors

Data expansion tools

Decompressors are devices or software that reverse compression.

A physical decompressor relieves pressure in mechanical or diving contexts.

In computing, decompressors expand compressed files back to their original size: The video won't play without the right decompressor installed.

Audio and video codecs include both compressors and decompressors for encoding and playback.

software

unzip

Open toothed fastener

  • extractConcentrated derived substance
  • unpackRemove contents from container
  • WinRARArchive creation program

WinZip · unarchiver · gzip · tar · zipfile · uncompress · algorithm · codec · lossless · checksum

data

inflate

Fill with gas

reconstruct · extract · unpack · lossless · lossy · algorithm · bitstream · deflate · original · payload

mechanical

valve

Fluid flow controller

  • regulatorDevice maintaining steady output
  • chamberEnclosed room or cavity
  • scubaPortable underwater breathing gear

diving · cylinder · tank · airlock · pneumatic · hydraulic · gauge · throttle · orifice · release

medical

hyperbaric

Above atmospheric pressure

altitude · barotrauma · treatment · therapy · nitrogen · ascent · saturation · off-gassing

Opposites
data/file processing function

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Volume-reducing machines

compactors · packers · archivers · encoders · zippers

physical/mechanical pressure function

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Volume-reducing machines

pressurizers · compactors · hydraulic presses · air compressors · pumps

Family

decompressor

Familiarity
Top 1,000,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Rated G