hostsmgr henrypp
winget install --id=henrypp.hostsmgr -e Console tool for sysadmins and other peoples who need to autoupdate the "hosts" file. Command line use required.
hostsmgr is a console tool designed to automate updates of the "hosts" file for system administrators and others who require precise control over DNS resolution. This utility simplifies managing local DNS entries by generating or updating the hosts file based on user-defined parameters.
Key Features:
- Customizable Output: Specify the output path, IP address for DNS resolution (defaulting to 0.0.0.0), and OS-specific line endings ("win", "linux", or "mac").
- Flexible Configuration: Choose whether to create backups of the hosts file, skip setting a resolver, or bypass cache files for direct internet loading.
- Compatibility: Supports Windows 7 through 11 on x32, x64, and ARM64 architectures, with requirements like KB2533623 for optimal performance.
- Security: Includes GPG signatures for verified binaries and supports secure donations via Bitcoin, Ethereum, PayPal, and Yandex Money.
Audience & Benefit:
Ideal for sysadmins, network engineers, and developers who need to streamline DNS resolution management. hostsmgr enhances efficiency by reducing manual updates, ensuring consistency across environments, and improving security through controlled DNS overrides. It is particularly beneficial for those managing ad-blocking lists or custom domain mappings.
This tool can be installed via winget, offering a seamless integration into existing workflows.
