Although this is not a problem that affects all users, those who have gone through this situation will know that specific versions of Windows are not able to allow more than ten outgoing TCP/IP connections not complete. And although this may sound a bit abstract, the drawback is that such a restriction limits the people who intend to use P2P-type programs, cutting their performance. Fortunately, some platforms, such as TCP-Z, have been specifically developed to bypass these limitations.

TCP-Z is a straightforward tool that will allow you, in the blink of an eye, to increase the number of half-open connections that your computer has and then analyze the performance of each one of them. All this is complemented by a design that we will focus on later. Still, we already anticipate that it is not too complicated, so even a beginner can take advantage of it.

How it works

TCP-Z, which can be completely translated into other languages, is an advantage compared to several similar applications and will allow you to see the number of connections effectively established, the number of limited connections, and many other aspects that may be useful to you. For example, you will be able to visualize both the actual upload and download speed to control its work at all times.

Then, TCP-Z has a series of menus, generally located in the upper tabs of the program, from which you can launch its main functions, such as Patch , which allows you to access two possibilities according to your needs. In the first one, you can carry out the changes directly on the kernel memory, while in the second one, you can patch the Tcpip file. In either case, these changes will take effect once you have restarted the computer, so keep this in mind.

Critical is the first of the above options since TCP-Z is one of the few, if not the only platform in this segment, that allows you to make temporary changes by acting on the kernel memory. Why is this so important? Because inexperienced users who do not want to make mistakes that will later have negative consequences on their PC will be able to take advantage of this feature.

TCP-Z's user interface is not very aesthetically pleasing, but its functions are very well organized, starting with the aforementioned upper tabs where you can find its most important features. And in case you are experiencing problems in the original English version, installing another language pack could be helpful.

Keep in mind

When you use TCP-Z or any similar utility, we recommend that before you start working, make a backup copy of your computer, to avoid problems in case something goes wrong. Although it has specific options for the less advanced users, we can permanently save ourselves a bad experience by performing a backup before starting.

Although TCP-Z can be translated into many languages, the language pack does not always accompany the program download, and in that case, you will have to download it on your own. In any case, remember that it is not an impossible application to use if it is in English since most of the language is technical, and you will be able to decipher it anyway. On the other hand, you will need a ZIP decompressor to decompress the software, although most users have one right now.

The best part

TCP-Z will not only allow you to bypass an absurd limitation that some versions of Windows have that directly affect the use of P2P applications, but it will also allow you to do it without having to make definitive changes in your PC. To that, you have to add that it can be translated into other languages and offers information about the performance of the connections beyond its primary objective.

The worst

Here the criticism is not only about TCP-Z, but we are going to talk about all the applications that are part of this category, which is that it is a type of software that could endanger the PC of a user without knowledge. In case you have any doubts, as we have said, always make a backup copy, or contact a friend or expert who can give you a hand.

Rating

Suppose you are tired of your P2P programs working below what they can due to the restrictions of Windows. In that case, TCP-Z is a solution you must consider for the simplicity of use and the possibility of making temporary modifications. With it, you will be able to download more content from those networks and also be able to do it in less time, of course.