To ensure proper socket reuse on Windows without using SO_REUSEADDR, you can use the SO_EXCLUSIVEADDRUSE option instead. This option prevents multiple sockets from binding to the same port, which helps avoid the indeterminate behavior caused by SO_REUSEADDR. Here’s how you can approach it:

1. Use SO_EXCLUSIVEADDRUSE: This option ensures that only one socket can bind to a specific port at a time, preventing conflicts.

   $socket = New-Object System.Net.Sockets.Socket(
    [System.Net.Sockets.AddressFamily]::InterNetwork,
    [System.Net.Sockets.SocketType]::Stream,
    [System.Net.Sockets.ProtocolType]::Tcp
   )
   $socket.SetSocketOption([System.Net.Sockets.SocketOptionLevel]::Socket, [System.Net.Sockets.SocketOptionName]::ExclusiveAddressUse, $true)

2. Proper Socket Closure: Ensure that sockets are properly closed and disposed of when they are no longer needed. This helps release the port and avoid TIME_WAIT issues.

   $socket.Close()
   $socket.Dispose()

3. Avoid Binding to In-Use Ports: Implement logic to check if a port is already in use before attempting to bind to it.

By using SO_EXCLUSIVEADDRUSE and ensuring proper socket management, you can achieve reliable socket reuse on Windows without relying on SO_REUSEADDR.