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mvps hosts file

Hi,

Could you please state on the mvps hosts file (Lab 28.1)?
https://winhelp2002.mvps.org/hosts.txt

If I got it right, it's meant to block unwanted Domains. However, this file was updated the last time in 2021. Is this still considered a meaningful way to block to block unwanted domains?

Thanks,
Urs

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  • luisviveropena
    luisviveropena Posts: 1,229

    Hi Urs,

    If I got it right, it's meant to block unwanted Domains.

    Hi Urs, yes, that's the idea with that lab.

    However, this file was updated the last time in 2021. Is this still considered a meaningful way to block to block unwanted domains?

    I think it's there for historical reasons, as many years ago it was a way to block content. Nowadays, we'd use a proxy, a firewall, a DNS for specific purposes.

    Regards,
    Luis.

  • albiurs
    albiurs Posts: 33

    Hi Luis,

    Perfect, thanks for your explanations.

    Regards,
    Urs

  • luisviveropena
    luisviveropena Posts: 1,229

    It's a pleasure!

    Regards,
    Luis.

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