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HostsMan vs uMatrix

A side-by-side look at HostsMan and uMatrix. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

HostsMan

HostsMan

Network & Admin

HostsMan is an open-source host file manager for Windows that allows you to easily edit your hosts file to block ads, trackers, malware, and unwanted sites. It provides a user-friendly GUI to add, remove, enable, or disable host entries.

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uMatrix

uMatrix

Security & Privacy

uMatrix is an open-source browser extension for Firefox, Chrome, and Firefox forks. It works as a firewall and allows users to selectively enable and disable various types of requests made by websites for improved security and privacy.

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