A network administrator is investigating why certain web addresses are redirecting users to unintended websites on a specific company workstation. Which method is MOST effective to verify if this issue is stemming from local configurations?
Flush the locally stored resolution information using relevant system commands.
Inspect the Hosts file for any hardcoded mappings between hostnames and network addresses.
Reinitialize the network interface to force a reload of configuration parameters.
Verify the connectivity by testing the route to another network device.
Inspecting the Hosts file can confirm if there are any manually configured hostname mappings, which might be causing these redirections. The Hosts file can contain entries that override DNS resolutions, directly leading to websites being misdirected. This step is fundamental before considering broader DNS issues or network settings, making it the most direct and effective approach.
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Why might flushing the DNS or reinitializing the network interface not address redirection issues caused by the Hosts file?