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LMHOST File

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LMHOST File

LMHOST File

jackdaniels1 (TechnicalUser)

(OP)

20 Aug 09 08:43

is there any way to lock down the LMHOST file in XP?

RE: LMHOST File

kjv1611 (IS/IT - Management) 20 Aug 09 11:08

Have a look here if you are needing general help with that file:
http://www.computerhope.com/jargon/l/lmhost.htm

Also, I suppose you could at least lock it down to some extent by making it read-only - standard process in Windows.

Here is some info specifically for making the hosts file in Windows read-only:
http://techblissonline.com/make-hosts-file-in-windows-read-only/

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