When I googled "Windows 2003 host file ignored", something popped up about DnsNbtLookupOrder which was no help.

Sihost.exe is an important system file in Windows 11/10. But sometimes malware camouflages itself as a system file. Read this article to learn more.

Most devices come with a host based firewall, but is it enough? Learn about this vital layer of security and how it keeps you safe.

What is a hosts file and how does editing it block malware? Before we begin, let’s first talk about what a host file is.

Learn how to reset Hosts file in Windows 11/10, to default. Download Windows default Hosts file here. Useful if it has been compromised by malware.

Microsoft bypasses HOSTS file in certain circumstances There is a lot of talk on various security mailing lists regarding Microsoft's HOSTS file bypass. It appears starting in XP Pro SP2 and W2K3 ...

Starting at the end of July, Microsoft has begun detecting HOSTS files that block Windows 10 telemetry servers as a 'Severe' security risk.