How to Fix Winsock Errors

1. Open your Web browser and go to dll-download-system link. Search for 'Winsock.dll.' Download 'Winsock.dll.' Choose to save the file onto your Windows desktop.
2. Go to your Windows desktop and right-click on the 'Winsock.dll' file.
3. Go to 'Start,' and click 'Computer.' Navigate to the following folder path: 'C:\windows\system32.' Paste the Winsock.dll file within the 'System32' folder.
4. Select 'Yes' to replace the existing old file.
5. Go to 'Start' and type in the search box 'cmd' and press 'Enter.' This will open the command prompt.
6. Type at the command prompt 'Regsvr32 winsock.dll' and press 'Enter.'
7. Type 'Exit' to exit the command prompt. Restart your computer.