How to block a website on Windows- Various ways.

Asked By g56hnewstart 0 points N/A Posted on - 08/18/2016

Whenever I use my computer. I end up visiting the sites that distracts me from my work. Which are the methods and how to block a website on Windows?

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Answered By s.sency 160 points N/A #156346

How to block a website on Windows- Various ways.

Windows allow us to block certain websites. It helps in preventing us from distraction and getting occupied with unusual stuff during our work time. You can also set the timings for which you want to block websites.

Method 1- Using StayFocusd.

Step 1: Select C: drive after opening My Computer.

Step 2: Search for the folder etc.

Step 3: Open the file "hosts" with Notepad.

Step 4: Go to the bottom of the file and press Enter to add some more lines.

Step 5: Type URL and then 127.0.0.1 to block a website.

Step 6: Click on File and then select Save.

Method 2-

Step 1: Click Tools, then Internet Options, after opening the Internet Explorer.

Step 2: After selecting the Privacy tab, then click Sites.

Step 3: With the help of Microsoft account you can block certain websites.

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