How to Change HOST file in Windows 7

Windows 7 and Windows Vista wont allow you to change the system specific files. But we do have one work around to change those files.

In this example we are going to see how to change the system specific file "host" which is present in the C:\windows\system32\drivers\etc\

Steps:

1. Click the Start menu

2. Click All Programs

3. Click Accessories
4. Right Click on Notepad and select "Run as Administrator"
5. Now open the "C:\windows\system32\drivers\etc\host" file


you are all set and now you should be able to change and save the file.