DEB
The binary package format used by Debian and Debian-based Linux distributions, built as an ar archive containing package metadata and compressed filesystem data.
General information
- Format name
- Debian Binary Package
- Extension
.deb- MIME type
application/vnd.debian.binary-package- Category
- archive
- Data type
- Binary
- Developer
- Debian Project
Common uses
Debian software packages
Ubuntu software packages
Linux package distribution
System updates
Application installation
Related formats
Technical resources
| Resource | Publisher | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Debian Binary Package Format | Debian Project | Open resource ↗ |
| Media Types Registry | IANA | Open resource ↗ |
Record information
- Verified
- October 4, 2026
- Last updated
- October 4, 2026