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How to convert ARC to CAB?


You can convert ARC files to CAB format in several ways. The most proven option is to download dedicated software that allows you to convert between the ARC and CAB formats. At the bottom you will find a list of software programs that support ARC and CAB files and can also save them in new file formats.

ARC File Type


The ARC file extension is a proprietary archive format for the Mac OS X operating system, which is used for storing compressed images, sounds, movies and text files. The ARC file extension has been around since the early 1990s. It was created by Mackinnon & Thorington to provide archiving solutions for the Macintosh computer. They were inspired by Apple’s own compression scheme - Archive Utility Compressed File Format (AUP). The first application of the ARC format was launching Image Capture in 1992. Since its launch, it has become one of the most commonly used formats in Apple software applications. ARC files are lossless data compression and archive formats that can be open by any application supporting it on Mac OS X without decompressing or recompressing them. This includes TextEdit, iTunes and i

Full Name ARC Lossless Data Compression And Archive Format
Developer Ivan Zahariev
Category Compressed Files

CAB File Type


The CAB file is a Windows Cabinet file which is used to store the documents and data of Microsoft's Cabinet software program. The CAB file extension is most commonly associated with Microsoft's Cabinet software program, but the cabinet format was actually created by Lotus Development Corporation in 1984. It was designed for use on IBM mainframes running DOS operating systems.

Full Name Windows Cabinet Format
Developer Microsoft
Category System Files

Software, that convert ARC files


The list contains a list of dedicated software for converting ARC and CAB files. The list may also include programs that support ARC files and allow you to save them with different file extensions.


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