Host file


  1. Posts : 97
    Windows 10 Pro 64-bit
       #1

    Host file


    Where is the Host file located in Windows 7?


    Clint
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  2. Posts : 12,120
    Win 7 Pro x64 / Win 10 Pro
       #2

    It would be located at C:\Windows\System32\drivers\etc
    Jerry
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  3. Posts : 8,398
    ultimate 64 sp1
       #3

    here:

    Host file-hosts.png

    oops - bongo was too quick!
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  4. Posts : 5,795
    Windows 7 Ultimate x64 SP1
       #4

    It's in the same spot it's always been located in...but you may have it hidden. Be very careful, though. You can do some damage by editing this file.
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  5. Posts : 71,975
    64-bit Windows 11 Pro for Workstations
       #5

    Hello Clint,

    In addition: :)

    Hosts File : Use in Windows 7 / Vista
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  6. Posts : 97
    Windows 10 Pro 64-bit
    Thread Starter
       #6

    Thanks everybody. I found it.
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  7. Posts : 71,975
    64-bit Windows 11 Pro for Workstations
       #7

    You're most welcome Clint. I'm glad that we could help. :)
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  8. Posts : 612
    MS Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit SP1
       #8

    Dear Clint,
    Welcome! Now that you have located the HOSTS file, you must ensure whether it's working or not!

    Open your fav. Browser and type in the address :testingmyhostsfile.com. If Google site opens up, you can be sure it's working. Updating the HOSTS file is another kettle of fish altogether.

    I will suggest a program ,SPYWAREBLASTER, which is equally effective. Download site:
    SpywareBlaster® Download
    Now here's abit about Spywareblaster: Works for Internet Explorer, Firefox and most Web browsers. It uses a list of adware/spyware sites very similar to the one in the MVPS HOSTS file but without messing with the HOSTS file or the DNS Client service. There are 13 350 items in SpywareBlaster's database!

    SpywareBlaster will even create an encrypted backup of your HOSTS file with its Hosts Safe option.

    SpywareBlaster works by entering a list of adware/spyware sites to your browser's Restricted Zone and Blocked Cookie list. Updates have to be performed manually, weekly, for the free version of SpywareBlaster. Been using the program for years without a glitch. Highly recommended.

    Regards,
    sreedhav:)
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