The hosts file is the first place Windows checks for IP addresses when connecting to websites and can be manually edited to block access to specific websites. The hosts file is located in ...

Before you begin using this tool, you have to enable the hidden administrator account on your Windows computer and open this app from that account only. As Windows Hosts file requires administrator ...

Starting at the end of July, Microsoft has begun detecting HOSTS files that block Windows 10 telemetry servers as a 'Severe' security risk. The HOSTS file is a text file located at C:\Windows\system32 ...

Community driven content discussing all aspects of software development from DevOps to design patterns. When a developer tests web-based applications, it’s common practice to spoof your computer to ...

Are you a developer who wants to test changes to their website before making them live? Or do you want to block access to certain websites on your home network? A simple search on the internet will ...