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Old 12-23-2009, 04:29 AM   #1
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Using the "hosts" file

I have to block access of certain websites into my company's server. Is it a good idea to use the hosts file to block access ? Any other better ways?
 
Old 12-23-2009, 04:37 AM   #2
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You mean /etc/hosts?
I'm afraid that file is not blocking any access...
You should better use iptables for that.
 
Old 12-23-2009, 04:40 AM   #3
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You can use tcp wrapper , that is /etc/hosts.allow and /etc/hosts.deny

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