Cbdrei
July 20, 2023, 5:50am
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What issue or error are you experiencing?
Uh-oh! Could not update host files
What steps can be taken to replicate the issue? Feel free to include screenshots, videos, etc
System Details
Local Logs
Attach your Local Logs here (Help Doc - Retrieving Local’s Log )
Security Reminder
Local does a pretty good job of scrubbing private info from the logs and the errors it produces, however there’s always the possibility that something private can come through. Because these are public forums, always review the screenshots you are sharing to make sure there isn’t private info like passwords being displayed.
Nick-B
July 20, 2023, 1:06pm
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Hi @Cbdrei
If you’re coming across this error on Windows, you can start here to try and resolve:
This is usually caused by the hosts file being set to read-only or locked by anti-virus.
1. Remove Read-only Attribute
Go to C:\Windows\System32\drivers\etc
Right-click on the hosts file and go to “Properties”
Uncheck “Read-only”
Click “Apply”
Re-open Local
Screenshot
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2. Anti-Virus/Internet Security
Avira
See https://answers.avira.com/en/question/avira-blocks-hosts-file-what-can-i-do-90
Kaspersky Total Security
Open Kaspsersky Total Security
Go to “More Tools”
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October 18, 2023, 1:06pm
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