Vista cannot modify hosts or Lmhosts how to resolve

Q: When you try to change a Hosts file or Lmhosts file in Microsoft Windows Vista, you receive any of the following two error messages.

Error message 1

Denied access to C:\Windows\System32\drivers\etc\ hosts

Error message 2

Cannot create file C:\Windows\System32\drivers\etc\hosts.

Make sure the path and filename are correct.

This problem can occur even if you are logged on with an account that has administrative credentials. How can i solve it?

A: In fact, the solution to this problem is very simple, you only need to be in the identity of the administrator to run on it.

You can follow these steps:

1, click Start, click All Programs, click Accessories, right-click Notepad, and then click Run as Administrator. " (If you are prompted for an administrator password or for confirmation, type the password or click Allow.) )

2, open the Hosts file or Lmhosts file, make the necessary changes, and then click Save on the Edit menu.