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Can't Edit hosts file in Windows 10
Hello,
I was trying to add a line in hosts file to adjust a domain name with wamp server but it doesn't allow me to, I get access denied and another error: The process cannot access the file because it is being used by another process...
I tried many ways through this link http://windowsreport.com/access-denied-hosts-windows-10/
But still doesn't work. I have Avira Antivirus and ZoneAlarm firewall all disabled and still something is missing
I was trying to add a line in hosts file to adjust a domain name with wamp server but it doesn't allow me to, I get access denied and another error: The process cannot access the file because it is being used by another process...
I tried many ways through this link http://windowsreport.com/access-denied-hosts-windows-10/
But still doesn't work. I have Avira Antivirus and ZoneAlarm firewall all disabled and still something is missing
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what are you running as administrator?
try the suggested solution, save a copy of the modified hosts file. then copy it using file explorer and once prompted provide admin credentials and you should be done.
What happens after you click the OK to elevate your rights in cat6.jpg?
try the suggested solution, save a copy of the modified hosts file. then copy it using file explorer and once prompted provide admin credentials and you should be done.
What happens after you click the OK to elevate your rights in cat6.jpg?
The attributes on the file are correct. Let's cover the instructions again.
Right Click on Notepad.exe and select Run as Administrator. Does this work? Are you challenged for credentials? if so, then authorize. Make this entire step is completed.
Now inside Notepad, navigate to HOSTS and open it. There is more than one HOSTS file - make sure you select the active one.
Now edit and save.
Right Click on Notepad.exe and select Run as Administrator. Does this work? Are you challenged for credentials? if so, then authorize. Make this entire step is completed.
Now inside Notepad, navigate to HOSTS and open it. There is more than one HOSTS file - make sure you select the active one.
Now edit and save.
cap3.jpg shows, that some other process has locked this file (which is not normal). Do you have that hosts file open in anything else but notepad at the same time? If in doubt, logoff and on again and repeat what you just did.
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Avira has caused more than one problem in here. Safety by preventing people from working.
ASKER
thank you all
You are very welcome and thank for your helpful update. I was happy to work with you on this.
ASKER
thank you Mr John
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