The directions work in all versions of Windows.
Open Command Prompt as an admin.
These instructions apply to Windows 11 through Windows XP.
What Does a Netsh Winsock Reset Do?
Resetting Winsock will undo configurations made to the Winsock Catalog.
Changes can be made by networking programs like web browsers, email clients, and VPN programs.
How Often Can You Reset Winsock?
Resetting more frequently than that suggests an underlying problem that needs to be addressed.
Take special note of the software you’re installing and when you’re experiencing web connection errors.
Knowing when your PC encounters a problem will help you figure out the cause.
If all else fails, a full system reinstall should do the trick.
The wsock32.dll file isn’t the same as winsock.dll.
See our guide ontroubleshooting winsock.dll errorsif that’s more appropriate.
