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How To: Hosts File FAQ
mvps.org - 1/4/2009
How To: Hosts File FAQ
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Frequently Asked Questions How do I update the HOSTS file in Windows Vista? I'm using a Proxy from my ISP, but the HOSTS file doesn't seem to work? After using the HOSTS file my machine seems slower? (2K/XP/Vista) Why doesn't my Back Button return me to the previous page? How do I Edit the HOSTS ...

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TorrentFreak:  Trojan Blocks The Pirate Bay and Mininova

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Trojan Blocks The Pirate Bay and Mininova
TorrentFreak — ... The good news is that it is fairly easy to fix, manually removing the entries from the hosts file solves the problem. “Overall a bad experience, but the computer is fine now,” the affected user told us. Advice and tips about the Windows Hosts file can be found here. ...

"Altruistic" Trojan blocks Piratebay and Mininova access
Download Squad — ... A couple modifications to your hosts file are made that point the affected domains to your machine. Removal is fairly quick and painless - just get rid of the entries from your hosts file. If you need help, check out the helpful FAQ on MVPS.org. ...

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