HT201272 I cannot connect to the I store to make in-app purchases

I have tried to make in app purchases such as more puzzle packs, and have not been able to do so in months. I've contacted apple support and no one knows how to help me. When I select an in app purchase, the little swirly thing just keeps going around as if iit were "thinking." then nothing happens. I've contacted app developers and they're as stumped as I am. Did anyone have this problem or have some advice for me. Thank you.

This Apple article might help you out -> iTunes: Advanced iTunes Store troubleshooting
I tend to look at the security software first, if a problem starts happening after updating an application.

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Try this...
Triple click anywhere in the line below to select it and press Ctrl+C to copy it.
cmd /k netsh winsock reset
Press the WinLogoKey+R to open the run dialog, then Ctrl+V to paste, then press enter/return.
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the message that comes up:
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When having iTunes Store connectivity issues, the following articles provide the best solutions:
Can't connect to the iTunes Store
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1368
iTunes: Advanced iTunes Store troubleshooting
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3297
Thanks,
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