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Discussions on WindowsForum.com about blocking tools cover two main areas: using hosts files to block malware and ads, and enterprise tools to block Windows 7 SP1 distribution. One thread highlights performance issues with the Steven Black hosts file causing high CPU usage from the DNS Client, resolved by switching to the MVPS hosts file. Other threads report Microsoft releasing tools that allow enterprises to block Windows 7 Service Pack 1 deployment, giving organizations control over update rollout. These topics reflect practical concerns with blocking tools on Windows systems, from ad-blocking hosts files to enterprise update management.
  1. stueycaster

    Steven Black Hosts File causing problems

    I was using the Steven Black Hosts File to block malware and Ads. But lately the DNS Client kept activating and using 30 - 50% of my CPU and blocking me from doing anything online. By googling the symptoms of my DNS Client getting stuck like that I found that it can be caused by too large of a...
    • stueycaster
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    • adblock ads blocking tools browser cpu usage dns client file size hosts file malware mvps hosts network issues online activities performance solutions steven black system resources troubleshooting web security windows
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Windows Software