Hosts File Not Working in Windows 11/10 [Solution]
23Hosts File Not Working in Windows 11/10 [Solution]
A Hosts file is a file that contains specific IP addresses and domain names. It is used for testing purposes to override a DNS (Domain Name System) so that a web browser can be redirected to a specific IP address. For some users, the Hosts file is not working properly on their Windows 11/10 systems. If such a thing is happening to you, you can try the solutions explained in this tutorial to fix the problem.
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In Windows 11 operating system a Hosts file is a simple text (.txt) file that maps hostnames to IP addresses. You can use a Hosts file to block access to particular websites or to redirect traffic to an IP address, which makes it a significant tool for managing network connections and improving privacy and security on the internet.
A Hosts file in Windows computers plays a crucial role in establishing an internet connection with any website. Sometimes, the Hosts file on your may stop working, making it difficult to access certain websites or internet-related services. In this guide, let us look at how you can fix Hosts file not working on Windows 11 computers.
This tutorial will apply for computers, laptops, desktops, and tablets running the Windows 10 and Windows 11 operating systems (Home, Professional, Enterprise, Education) from all supported hardware manufactures, like Dell, HP, Acer, Asus, Toshiba, Lenovo, Alienware, Razer, MSI, Huawei , Microsoft Surface, and Samsung.