Can't add new Host file

[thewolfe]

I've always been able to update my "Host" file from time to time. C:\WINDOWS\system32\drivers\etc\HOSTS

I add something to the file bur Win7 wouldn't let me save it in the "etc" folder becase of lack of permission.

How can I override that?

 

[SledgeDG]

save it to Desktop first then copy it to etc that way you will be asked for permission, punch in your admin PW and Bingo

-DG

 

[thewolfe]

Just tried that before I got your post and it worked. Thanks

Can I delete or show a post solved?

 

[Corrine]

To have the post marked solved, just click the exclamation mark in the triangle and type "solved" in the report box.

(My preference for editing the HOSTS file is with WinPatrol. I just launch WinPatrol, select "View HOSTS File" from the Options tab and make any changes.)

 

[SledgeDG]

Glad you got it solved.
Thanks for the feedback !
And thanks to Corrine for the Winpatrol tip

-DG

 

[thewolfe]

Haven't installed wp on my new comp yet and forgot that was an option. Thanks.

 

[Corrine]

You're welcome. Here's another reminder, thewolfe. BillP Studios Download Page