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Addressing Windows 10 Error 0x80070002: File Unavailable

Explore multiple strategies to rectify the error code 0x80070002: File not found in Windows 10:

  1. Utilise the Windows Update Troubleshooter: Navigate to Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Windows Update and initiate the troubleshooter.
  2. Purge the Software Distribution folder: Navigate to C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution, remove all contents, reboot your device, and attempt the update once more.
  3. Examine your system files: Launch Command Prompt with administrative rights and enter 'sfc /scannow' followed by pressing Enter. This command inspects and mends any damaged files within your system.
  4. Deactivate your antivirus software: At times, antivirus programs may obstruct the update processes of Windows. Deactivate your antivirus temporarily and proceed with the update.
  5. Reconfigure Windows Update components: Execute the following commands in Command Prompt with administrator access:
  6.  net stop wuauserv
    net stop cryptSvc
    net stop bits
    net stop msiserver
    ren C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.old
    ren C:\Windows\System32\catroot2 catroot2.old
    net start wuauserv
    net start cryptSvc
    net start bits
    net start msiserver

    Following these steps, restart your machine and attempt the update again.

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