I just downloaded netscape 8.0 after using 7.2. I've been continually getting an alert message as I load various sites, including CNET (''Alert: That domain name could not be found. Please check the name and try again''). Based on the post referenced below, the problem appears to be a function of my Hosts file.
(http://reviews.cnet.com/5208-6620-0.html?forumID=14&threadID=111470&messageID=1266669)
Therefore, my questions are as follows:
1. Can I somehow disable the Alerts pop-ups without disabling the Hosts file from blocking the adservers?
2. If not, should I comment out some entries in the Hosts file for certain sights where I might trust the advertisers they use (e.g., CNET and Yahoo). If so, how do I know which lines to comment out?
3. Might eDexter work to fix the problem? (http://accs-net.com/hosts/faq.html#9)
4. Any other suggestions?
Thanks,
Kyle

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