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From: ﻚﻕ1979ﻚﻕ  (Original Message)Sent: 10/16/2005 7:53 AM
 
This works!!!  most of the ads seen on web pages are blocked, try it... I like, and recommend it!!

Mike's Ad Blocking Hosts file

What is a hosts file and how does this work?

A hosts file (current example) tells your computer what numerical address (209.61.186.253) is associated with what URL  (www.everythingisnt.com.) . This file is a very simple hack which takes ad server URLs and redirects them to non-existant numerical addresses.

In other words we're fooling the internet.  Its pretty simple and it works.  Tens of thousands of people use it everyday with no problems.

Need help? New? Curious? Then check out the FAQ.


Installation Instructions:

I recommend using the installer for Windows 95/98/ME/NT/2K/XP  This automatically installs the hosts file for you.  No fuss, no muss.

Download installer (updated 9-11-05)

Note: The installer does not back up your old hosts file. Remember to delete your browser's cache (Tools>Internet Options>Delete Files) to get rid of the ads you've already downloaded. Special thanks to Allen Jackson for writing the installer.




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