| An RAR file is a compressed file, meaning that it | | | | any FREE software. This can cause your computer to |
| contains multiple files that are all bunched together as | | | | become infected with a virus. A Free trial version can |
| one. Just like a zip file, a RAR file is needed for large | | | | be downloaded, but make sure it is legitimate and |
| folders so you can easily transfer them through e-mail, | | | | contains no bugs. |
| jump drives, or computers. In order to open a file such | | | | Here is a list of software that you are going to need. |
| as this, you are going to need a few tools. | | | | 1) A RAR opener for Windows such as BitZipper, File |
| Before we get into what tools you need, we need to | | | | Helper or Alpha Zip |
| understand why you need the software below. First, | | | | 2) For mac users, you can use IArchiver |
| there are many different type of files that can be | | | | Using one of the software's listed above, you should |
| compressed and each one has their own unique way | | | | be able to open any file that is compressed or |
| of opening. Second, if you document is corrupted, you | | | | archived. Be sure to save your files when you are |
| will need the following software to open it without | | | | completed and always check to make sure your files |
| damaging the file even more. | | | | are safe and secure. If you have the opportunity, lock |
| Now that you understand why you need the software, | | | | them with a password. It will keep your files from |
| below are just a few that you can download from the | | | | becoming infected or stolen. |
| Internet. It is recommended that you do not download | | | | |