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Does Firefox use windows HOSTS file?

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When using Microsoft Internet Explorer the HOSTS file is used to block unwanted sites from loading. Does Firefox check this file before loading these chosen sites?

When using Microsoft Internet Explorer the HOSTS file is used to block unwanted sites from loading. Does Firefox check this file before loading these chosen sites?

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Yes, I use the hosts file and it works both with Internet Explorer and with Firefox.

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Yes, I use the hosts file and it works both with Internet Explorer and with Firefox.