: Only open the file if you downloaded it from a trusted website or received it from a known contact.

If the archive asks for a password when you try to extract it:

Common default passwords for many online sources include 1234 , password , or the URL of the site you downloaded it from.

: If you extract the archive and find files ending in .exe , .scr , .bat , or .vbs that you weren't expecting, do not run them , as these are common formats for viruses. 3. Password Protection

: Right-click the file and scan it with your antivirus software (e.g., Windows Defender, Malwarebytes) before extracting.