If the problem was registry related, restoring will just put the problem back in the registry.

NOTE: If you did choose to backup the registry before running the Fix, I do not recommend restoring from the registry backup you created if the WinSox Xp Fix was successful in repairing your Network settings. WinSock XP Fix may not be a perfect utility, and there is no risk involved as a last ditch effort to repair TCP network connection issues if you are considering re-installing Windows XP. Re-install any component or program that do not appear to be working. If you have a VPN connection make sure all settings are configured properly. As a final checklist, verify your Anti Virus and Spyware programs are working correctly. With any luck, your Network connections will be repaired. After repair has completed, click Ok to reboot The amount of time needed to repair will depend on the number of Network connections and Protocols installed on your system (be patient). Click Fix and click Yes to Apply the VB_Winsock fix?Ĥ. If you choose to backup the registry, click on ReG-Backup and in the next window, select a location to Backup to: (or accept default location) and select all Backup options ( System registry, Current user registry, Other open user registries) and click OK.ģ. Since you are running the tool as a last resort, decide if you want to backup the registry or go ahead and Fix. After the utility opens, you will have two options available, Fix or ReG-Backup ( registry backup). Download WinSox XP Fix to your Desktop, then click on WinsockxpFix.exe to start program (no installation is required).Ģ. Run WinSock XP Fix following these steps:ġ. WinSock XP Fix is free, requires no installation and involves two steps that will backup the registry (if selected), then attempt to fix Network problems and display status results during the repair step.Īs always, before running any tool or utility as a last resort, backup any data you do not want to lose. Network driver problems or Winsox errors.No connection or low signal when connecting to Internet Cable/DSL modems.Issues caused by Microsoft updates and patches.Installation of programs or tools that modify Network and Winsock configurations.Lost or slow connection issues due to Spyware and Adware removal tools during clean up.Corrupted Networking or Winsock (Windows Socket Interface) problems on Windows XP caused by missing registry entries.WinSock XP Fix is a utility, with a good track record of fixing and repairing the following problems:

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