How can the Apache server's MIME type configuration affect the way browsers interpret and handle downloaded files, such as ZIP archives?

The Apache server's MIME type configuration dictates how browsers interpret and handle downloaded files. If the server misidentifies a ZIP archive as a different file type, the browser may not handle the download correctly. To fix this, ensure that the correct MIME type for ZIP archives (application/zip) is set in the Apache server configuration.

AddType application/zip .zip