Add the blocking lines at the bottom of the file in this format:
0.0.0.0 genuine-software.autodesk.com 0.0.0.0 clm.autodesk.com Use code with caution. autocad block host file full
To fully isolate AutoCAD, several categories of domains should be redirected in the hosts file: genuine-software.autodesk.com genuine-software2.autodesk.com validation.autodesk.com Analytics & Data Collection: clm.autodesk.com dpm.autodesk.com Add the blocking lines at the bottom of
google-analytics.com (often used within the CAD environment) api.autodesk.com app-services.autodesk.com curated-content.autodesk.com Step-by-Step: How to Edit the Hosts File autocad block host file full