executable compressor

Definitions

A software utility that reduces the file size of an executable program while maintaining its ability to run directly without prior decompression.

A program that compresses an executable file and attaches a small stub of code to handle real-time decompression into memory during execution.

Examples

The developer used an executable compressor to reduce the file size of the application before distribution.

Many malware authors employ an executable compressor to obfuscate their code and evade signature-based detection.

Using an executable compressor can significantly decrease the download time for large software packages.

Synonyms

binary packer runtime compressor executable shrinker code compressor file compressor executable archiver

Antonyms

binary expander decompressor unpacker executable extractor binary restorer