broadcasthost is redirect to 255.255.255.255 in the HOSTS file. This redirection was added to FreeFixer's database on 12th May 2009. The most recent search for this redirection was done on 18th April 2025.
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My HOSTS file is managed with "HostsMan", and set to replace not merge.
After updating and creating a fresh file, the redirection is still there.
Using most default sources, except hphosts and hphosts (partial)
I have 3 extra HOST files added, Easylist, Easylist Privacy, and Fanboys annoyances.
Not sure what to make of it as all sources are trusted.
# 16 Jun 2017, 6:59
Dr.Flay writes