Can I create a DNS list on my computer?

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I hope this isn't a stupid question... :-)

Is it possible to create (and maintain) a small DNS listing for websites 
that I frequent to enable quicker connecting (I'm on dial-up). And if 
so, can I make my computer check this list first, and then the ISP's DNS 
if no match is found?

Thanks.

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