These files often contain spyware, worms, or trojans designed to infect your system as soon as you attempt to "extract" them.

Essential drivers for Wi-Fi, Ethernet, and graphics are usually removed to save space, often leaving the user with a PC that cannot connect to the internet. Software Failure:

Suddenly, the screen flickered. The resolution dropped from High Definition to a grainy, pixelated mess. The beautiful blue Windows logo dissolved. In its place, a Command Prompt window opened.