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.DOWNLOADHOST File Extension

  • Developer by: Microsoft
  • Category: Settings Files

What are .DOWNLOADHOST files and how to open them?

Can't open .DOWNLOADHOST file? Are you wondering what it contains? On our site we will explain to you what this file is, what it is used for and what software opens the .DOWNLOADHOST file.

What is a .DOWNLOADHOST file extension?

.DOWNLOADHOST file extension is created by Microsoft. .DOWNLOADHOST has been classified as Settings Files.

.DOWNLOADHOST is MSN Download Settings File

Stores file download settings for MSN software; included with the MSN installation and required for downloading files and checking e-mail; typically named "MSN#.downloadhost."

If the Downloadhost file becomes corrupt or is missing, the MSN software may display a "Downloadhost File" error. To recover the Downloadhost file, first select "Run..." from the Windows Start menu. Then type the following in the text box:

regsvr32 c:\progra~1\msn\msncorefiles\msnmetal.dll

This should restore the Downloadhost file and allow MSN to download files and e-mail messages again.

Also see the related .MAILHOST entry.

How to fix problems with .DOWNLOADHOST files

  1. You need to update the application that you normally use to open .DOWNLOADHOST files. Only the latest version of the software supports the current .DOWNLOADHOST file format
  2. You need to check the .DOWNLOADHOST file for viruses. To do this, you need to scan it with a popular antivirus (Norton, Nod32, Kaspersky, Dr.Web, etc.)
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