This is a typical Google Chrome error. Error 118 get appear when Google Chrome fails to load websites like Twitter, Facebook, etc. It is usually displayed in the following format:
‘Error Message: Error 118 (net::ERR_CONNECTION_TIMED_OUT): The operation timed out.’
Causes of Error 118
- Corruption in Windows registry from a recent Google Chrome-related software change
- Corrupt download or incomplete installation of Google Chrome software.
- Malware or virus infection that has corrupted Google Chrome-related program files or Windows system files
- Another program maliciously or mistakenly remove Google Chrome-related files.
- The Runtime Errors like “Error 118” can be caused by a number of reasons, so its important that you troubleshoot each of the possible causes to stop it from recurring.
Symptoms of Error 118
- Chrome Error 118” is displayed.
- Your system periodically “freezes” for a few seconds at a time.
- Your computer frequently crashes with Error 118 when running the same program.
- “Error 118” popped up and crashes the active program window.
- Windows runs sluggishly and responds slowly to mouse or keyboard input.
- You may experience these 118 error messages during program installation, while a Google Inc.-related software program (eg. Google Chrome) is running, during the installation of the Windows OS, even during Windows startup or shutdown. Make sure which is responsible for this error and solve it quickly to avoid further damage.
How To Resolve Google Chrome Error 118?
Below is a list of troubleshooting steps to fix your Error 118 issues. These manual troubleshooting steps get progressively tough and also time consuming, so we strongly recommend attempting them in ascending order to avoid unnecessary time and effort.