Try these fixes
You don’t have to try them all; just work your way down the list until you find the one that works for you.- Run Windows Update troubleshooter
- Check for malicious software
- Restart your Windows Update associated services
- Clear the SoftwareDistribution folder
- Update your device drivers
Method 1: Run Windows Update troubleshooter
Windows has a built-in troubleshooter that can check and fix issues with Windows Update. You should run it when an error occurs on your Windows Update. To do so: 1) Click the Start button in the lower left corner of your screen, type “troubleshoot” and click Troubleshooting in the result.Method 2: Check for malicious software
Your error may occur because of interference from malicious software. You should run a scan on your computer for any malicious program. You can use the Malicious Software Removal Tool released by Microsoft. Download the tool and run it on your computer. Then follow its instructions to complete the scanning process. If this method works for you, you won’t see the error on your Windows Update again.Method 3: Restart your Windows Update associated services
You may get the service not running error because the services associated with your Windows Update are disabled. You should restart those services and see if this fixes your error. To do so: 1) Press the Windows logo key and R on your keyboard to invoke the Run box. 2) Type “services.msc” and click OK to open the Services snap-in.
Method 4: Clear the SoftwareDistribution folder
The SoftwareDistribution folder stores temporary files for Windows Update. You may get the error due to corruption issues with these files. To see if these files are the cause, you should remove all the content of this folder. 1) Press the Windows logo key and R on your keyboard to invoke the Run box. 2) Type “services.msc” and click OK to open the Services snap-in.Method 5: Update your device drivers
Your error may occur because you’re using a wrong device driver or it’s out of date. To see if that’s the case for you, you should check your computer and update all those outdated or wrong drivers. Updating drivers can consume a lot of time. But if you want to do it easily and quickly, you can use Driver Easy. Driver Easy will automatically recognize your system and find the correct drivers for it. You don’t need to know exactly what system your computer is running, you don’t need to risk downloading and installing the wrong driver, and you don’t need to worry about making a mistake when installing. You can download and install your drivers by using either Free or Pro version of Driver Easy. But with the Pro version it takes only 2 clicks (and you get full support and a 30-day money back guarantee): 1) Download and install Driver Easy. 2) Run Driver Easy and click the Scan Now button. Driver Easy will then scan your computer and detect any problem drivers. 85
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