Release Notes for the MVPS HOSTS File (c) All Rights Reserved

http://winhelp2002.mvps.org/hosts.htm
http://winhelp2002.mvps.org/hosts.zip

[Install Instructions for using the included Installer]

You may use the included batch file "mvps.bat" to copy the included HOSTS file to
the proper
location on your machine. This batch file will backup the existing HOSTS file prior
to copying
the updated version. The backed-up file will be renamed to HOSTS.MVP.

To use: right-click mvps.bat and select: Run as Administrator (older Windows

versions = double-click to run)

Important: Different Windows versions requires special instructions:

http://winhelp2002.mvps.org/hostswin8.htm (Windows 10/8)
http://winhelp2002.mvps.org/hostswin7.htm (Windows 7)
http://winhelp2002.mvps.org/hostsvista.htm (Vista)

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Note: if prompted by one of your Security programs about this file, allow it to
run.
Also if you are prompted by a Security program about changes to the HOSTS file =
allow them.

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[Important Notice]
In most cases a large HOSTS file (over 135 kb) tends to slow down the machine.

To resolve this issue (manually) open the "Services Editor"

Start | Run (type) "services.msc" (no quotes)

Win8 users - from the Charms Bar, select: Search (type) run and select Run (left
pane) and (type) "services.msc" (no quotes)
Scroll down to "DNS Client", Right-click and select: Properties - click Stop
Click the drop-down arrow for "Startup type"
Select: Manual, click Apply/Ok and restart.

For more details please see:

http://winhelp2002.mvps.org/hosts.htm

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[Manual Install Instructions]

Always backup the existing file prior to replacing with a newer version.

You can simply copy the included HOSTS file to the proper location.

Windows 10/8/7/Vista/XP = C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM32\DRIVERS\ETC

Note: the above locations are for the default paths (Windows folder location)

When prompted to overwrite select Yes

For more detailed instructions please review the following:
How To: Download and Extract the HOSTS file
http://winhelp2002.mvps.org/hosts2.htm

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[Removal Instructions]
http://winhelp2002.mvps.org/uninstall.htm

First time users - In the event you do not wish to continue using the MVPS HOSTS
file, you can simply delete the existing HOSTS file and rename HOSTS.MVP to HOSTS
(no 3-letter extension)

Next - reset the DNS Client service that you should have disabled when installing
the MVPS HOSTS file.

Open the "Services Editor"

Start | Run (type) "services.msc" (no quotes)

Win8 users - from the Charms Bar, select: Search (type) run and select Run (left
pane) and (type) "services.msc" (no quotes)
Scroll down to "DNS Client", Right-click and select: Properties
Click the drop-down arrow for "Startup type"
Select: Automatic then click Apply/Ok and restart.

Regular users - You can simply delete the existing HOSTS file, then download the
default Microsoft HOSTS file that shipped with your Windows version.
[DefaultHosts.zip] Extract (unzip) and place the included HOSTS file in the default
location.
http://winhelp2002.mvps.org/DefaultHosts.zip

Note: the below locations are for the typical default paths (Windows folder
location)

Windows 10/8/7/Vista/XP = C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM32\DRIVERS\ETC

Next - reset the DNS Client service (see above) that you should have disabled when
installing the MVPS HOSTS file.

Note: none of the included files make any changes to the Registry or install any
additional
files to the Operating System.

[or]
How do I reset the hosts file back to the default?
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;972034

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[License Agreement]

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[Disclaimer]

You are responsible for reading and following all instructions for preparation,
configuration, and
installation of the MVPS HOSTS file. The attached files are provided as is, and
with no warranty either
expressed or implied as to their suitability for any particular use or purpose.

By installing the MVPS HOSTS file you acknowledge that it is your decision to
restrict the functionality and content of the web sites and/or domains including
sites and services that may prohibit you from restricting their functionality and
content.

If you do not wish to restrict the functionality and content of certain sites, you
can selectively edit the MVPS HOSTS file to remove any entries that restrict the
functionality and content of those sites.

You agree to accept any and all legal responsibility for the consequences that may
result from the restriction of functionality and content of the sites and/or
domains covered in the MVPS HOSTS file.

I reserve the right to make changes to any and all parts of the MVPS HOSTS file, at
any time, without
any obligation to notify any person or entity of such changes.

[Contact Information]
You can send an email to: winhelp2002@gmail.com

Please provide a detailed explaination of your request. For general questions the
majority of these
can be addressed by reviewing the MVPS HOSTS - Frequently Asked Questions
http://winhelp2002.mvps.org/hostsfaq.htm

If you find the MVPS HOSTS file useful ... please consider a donation ...
http://winhelp2002.mvps.org/hosts.htm#donation