Though DAT files, which house data as the shortened name implies, are usually best left alone, here's how you can open them.

If you're having trouble opening a DAT file, I'll show you a simple and free way to do it. This method works on both Mac and PC. Just open your browser and go to winmaildat.com. It's a ...

However, if you do not want to do that, you can always open PDF files in Protected View in Word. It helps you block any macros from running right after opening the file in Word.