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Winsock Fix Windows XP SP2 + Vista

cpx September 15, 2008 1 min read MSWindows (MSFT) MSWindows XP
If you are having issues connecting to the internet it could be that your winsock files are corrupted. This command will allow you to fix the issue and restore internet connectivity.

  • Goto “start” on the bottom left of your computer then to “run” in Vista type into the “start search” field.
  • Once there type “cmd” or if that fails “command”

Command Prompt

  • You should see the box above
  • Type the following command after the > netsh winsock reset
  • if successful it will display the following information

Success

  • netsh winsock reset
  • Restart your computer and then try reconnecting to the internet
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