Delete SoftwareDistribution folder-Fix Windows Update error by deleting Software Distribution Folder

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Delete SoftwareDistribution folder - Fix Windows Update error by deleting Software Distribution folder

Deleting SoftwareDistribution folder is the common solution in fixing a Windows update error. Due to possible reasons
1. Corrupt Windows Update files.
2. Missing Windows Update files.
3. SoftwareDistribution folder is inaccessible by Windows (may due to malicious software).

To delete SoftwareDistribution folder see instructions below.

1. Click Windows Start, in the search bar type services.
2. Right-click Services and then select Run as Administrator.
3. In the Services window, scroll down and look for Windows Update.
4. Right-click Windows Update and then select Stop.
5. Now go to your C:\Windows folder.
6. Scroll down and look for SoftwareDistribution folder then right-click it and then select Delete.
7. Go back to Services window, then right-click Windows update and then select Start.
8. Now click Windows Start again, in the search bar type Check for updates and press the Enter key.
9. Update your Windows.

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For more information on how to fix Windows update, please visit this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9gjVQGQKWgE