Learn how to troubleshoot problems updating Windows. Find answers to common questions and issues installing Windows updates.

Learn how to run Windows Update Troubleshooter to resolve errors downloading or installing Windows updates.

If your PC is experiencing problems, especially issues related to Windows Update, you can use the Fix problems using Windows Update recovery option to reinstall the current version of Windows.

When critical Windows system files are missing or corrupted, your operating system may begin to malfunction. Common symptoms include Windows features not working properly, system errors, or Windows becoming unresponsive or freezing.

See some of the most common upgrade and installation errors for Windows 10 and Windows 11, and what you can do to try to fix them.

Get Help has troubleshooters, or diagnostic tests, that can check your system configuration for anything that might be causing issues using your devices. View troubleshooter results. After you run any troubleshooter, Get Help provides details on any findings and suggestions for possible remedies.

Learn how to check for the latest Windows Updates and install them to keep your device running smoothly and securely.

This article describes the problem addressed by the troubleshooter, what it does to mitigate them, and the conditions that can cause it to run. For more information about troubleshooting, see Keep your device running smoothly with recommended troubleshooting.

First, you should try checking for updates again. If you need help, see Update Windows 10. If you receive the same message and error on subsequent retries, try this workaround to mitigate the issue: Right click or long press on Command Prompt and select Run as administrator.

This article describes the problem addressed by the troubleshooter, what it does to mitigate the problem, and the conditions that can cause it to run.