: Right-click the file and use a tool like Microsoft Defender or Malwarebytes to ensure it does not contain harmful scripts or viruses.
To use the data inside, you must "unzip" or decompress the archive:
You can view what is inside the archive without actually running any files:
: These are generally safe to open with standard readers. 5. Troubleshooting
: If prompted for a password, you must obtain it from the original provider of the file. Zipped archives can be encrypted for security.