How to Fix Issues with Socket.lua (Free Download)

Last Updated: 11/25/2024
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socket.lua uses the LUA file extension, which is more specifically known as a Lua Source file. It is classified as a Developer (Lua Source) file, created for Aura Free Video Converter 1.6.3 by Aura4You.

The initial introduction of socket.lua released in Aura Free Video Converter 1.6.3 was for Windows 10 on 01/03/2014. According to our records, this release is the only version of this file offered by Aura4You.

Continue reading below to discover detailed file information, LUA file troubleshooting, and free downloads of several versions of socket.lua.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: socket.lua
File Extension: LUA file extension
File Type: Developer
Description: Lua Source
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Program: Aura Free Video Converter 1.6.3
Developer: Aura4You
Software: Aura Free Video Converter
Software Version: 1.6.3
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 4061
Oldest File Date: 01/06/2020
Latest File Date: 01/06/2020


What are socket.lua Error Messages?


General socket.lua Runtime Errors

socket.lua file errors often occur during the startup phase of Aura Free Video Converter, but can also occur while the program is running. These types LUA errors are also known as “runtime errors” because they occur while Aura Free Video Converter is running. Here are some of the most common socket.lua runtime errors:

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Program Files (x86)\Aura4You\Aura Video Converter\LuaSite\modules\socket.lua

This application has requested the Runtime to terminate it in an unusual way.
Please contact the application's support team for more information.


Most LUA errors are due to missing or corrupt files. Your socket.lua file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Aura Free Video Converter), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, socket.lua file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Aura Free Video Converter, system crash while loading or saving socket.lua, bad sectors on your storage media (usually your primary hard drive), or malware infection. Thus, it’s critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.



How to Fix socket.lua Errors in 3 Steps (Time to complete: ~5-15 minutes)

If you're encountering one of the error messages above, follow these troubleshooting steps to resolve your socket.lua issue. These troubleshooting steps are listed in the recommended order of execution.


Step 1: Restore your PC back to the latest restore point, "snapshot", or backup image before error occurred.

To begin System Restore (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. When you see the search box, type "System Restore" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click System Restore.
  4. Please enter the administrator password (if applicable / prompted).
  5. Follow the steps in the System Restore Wizard to choose a relevant restore point.
  6. Restore your computer to that backup image.

If the Step 1 fails to resolve the socket.lua error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Aura Free Video Converter (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Aura Free Video Converter software.

You can uninstall Aura Free Video Converter software by following these instructions (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
  4. Find the entry for Aura Free Video Converter 1.6.3 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Aura Free Video Converter software.

If this Step 2 fails as well, please proceed to the Step 3 below.

Aura Free Video Converter 1.6.3

Aura4You

Step 3: Perform a Windows Update.

When the first two steps haven't solved your issue, it might be a good idea to run Windows Update. Many socket.lua error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Update" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the Windows Update dialog box, click "Check for Updates" (or similar button depending on your Windows version)
  4. If updates are available for download, click "Install Updates".
  5. After the update is completed, restart your PC.

If Windows Update failed to resolve the socket.lua error message, please proceed to next step. Please note that this final step is recommended for advanced PC users only.



If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your socket.lua File (Caution: Advanced)

If none of the previous three troubleshooting steps have resolved your issue, you can try a more aggressive approach (Note: Not recommended for amateur PC users) by downloading and replacing your appropriate socket.lua file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free socket.lua files for every applicable version of Aura Free Video Converter. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

  1. Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download socket.lua Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Aura Free Video Converter folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Aura4You\Aura Video Converter\LuaSite\modules\
  4. Restart your computer.

If this final step has failed and you're still encountering the error, you're only remaining option is to do a clean installation of Windows 10.


GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve socket.lua problems. To avoid data loss, you must be sure that you have backed-up all of your important documents, pictures, software installers, and other personal data before beginning the process. If you are not currently backing up your data, you need to do so immediately.



Download socket.lua Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying socket.lua to your appropriate Windows system directory. Aura4You typically does not release Aura Free Video Converter LUA files for download because they are bundled together inside of a software installer. The installer's task is to ensure that all correct verifications have been made before installing and placing socket.lua and all other LUA files for Aura Free Video Converter. An incorrectly installed LUA file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

Windows 10


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url.lua Lua Source Aura Free Video Converter 1.6.3 10529 C:\Windows\WinSxS\amd64_microsoft-windows-c..sk...
cookie.lua Lua Source Aura Free Video Converter 1.6.3 15648 C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Deleted\Microsoft....
ssl.lua Lua Source Aura Free Video Converter 1.6.3 2319 C:\Windows\SystemApps\Microsoft.Windows.Cortana...

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