New Technology : How Do I Stop Malware From Redirecting My Web Searches?

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The Windows Hosts file is used to map hostnames to IP addresses. But it’s often the case that it’s modified by malware, often with unfortunate consequences for the end user. Here, Kannon Yamada explains how you can regain control of your hosts file after a malware infection. A Reader Asks: Why can’t I modify or replace the Windows host file? I went through all the hoops required. I’ve tried: Opening the file using Windows Notepad, with elevated permissions; editing the security in the properties of the Hosts File; directly modifying the Hosts File; replacing the Hosts File with a modified file and deleting...

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