HostsBlock Indicator vs SwitchHosts
A side-by-side look at HostsBlock Indicator and SwitchHosts. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.
HostsBlock Indicator
Security & Privacy
HostsBlock Indicator is a free, open-source ad blocking program for Windows. It blocks ads and tracking by redirecting requests to host files that contain domains known to serve ads/tracking.
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SwitchHosts
Network & Admin
SwitchHosts is a free, open-source application for Windows, Mac and Linux that allows you to easily manage your hosts file. It enables quickly switching between different host configurations with a single click, helping test websites, access sites blocked in your country, and manage development/staging environments.
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