What Causes Windows Update Error?
We have listed the causes of this problem after reviewing the user’s feedback and technical authorities in detail. This problem may arise due to any of the following reasons: We have done thorough research on the issue and listed down the working solutions reported with positive feedback in the online community.
Solution 1: Restart Windows Update Services
Users have reported online that restarting Windows Update Services helped them fix this problem as restarting Windows Update Services will undo any undesired configuration being done to the system by the user or some application. Therefore, go through the following steps to restart Windows Update Services:
Solution 2: Uninstall Third-Party Antivirus Software
This error may be caused by the third-party antivirus software, as it may block the Windows update installation. It was the case for many users online thus, it can be yours too. Therefore, to fix this error, uninstall the third-party antivirus software by following the steps given below: Note: Once Windows Updates are installed successfully, you can install antivirus software again to safeguard your computer if you like. Although in case you do not have any licensed third-party antivirus then our suggestion would be to stick with Microsoft Windows Defender but make sure that updates are set to automatic. (outdated security patches will keep your PC at big risk)
