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How do I block the BBC?

Q I followed the ‘How to… Block adverts everywhere without using plug-ins’ article in Issue 588. However, I couldn’t block the BBC. The Hosts file appears to save correctly, as my amendments are there when I reopen it. But until I prove to myself that I can block the BBC URL, I’m unable to progress any further with the Workshop. Is there anything that I am overlooking?

Joseph Simpson

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