HOSTS file?

Can anyone explain what a HOSTS file is to this newbie? Does it block ads, webbugs, cookies, and hijacks? Is there a downloadable program, for Hosts file, that will do it automatically? Thanks.

 

More than we can explain here, as well as a handy toolkit, can be found on this site

 

Thanks Meneer, I'll check it out

 

I've got a page on host file that might be helpful
http://pages.infinit.net/carbo1/hostfile.html

 

Don't feel lonely about not knowing much about a HOSTS file. I just recently started picking up some information on what it is and how to use it. Don't know that I'd rely on it to do all things that you want. I would use a combination of tools to achieve your goal. NOTE: You will find that you can create your own HOSTS file or use HOSTS files that have been created by others. As in most software.....there comes a point when these need to be updated. You'll pick this up at the site links given.

 

Thankyou Gentlemen. Very useful info./links. Now the only problem, i can't give out cookies.

 

Pity... I a few short But here's one for you

 

Cookies taste good, and are good for you too.