Overcoming Error Code 0x80240017: Windows 10 Update Troubleshooting

Here are various methods to resolve the error code 0x80240017 in Windows 10:

1. Reboot your computer and attempt the update once more. Often, a simple restart can resolve the issue.
2. Utilise the Windows Update troubleshooter. Navigate to Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Windows Update troubleshooter. Follow the provided instructions to rectify any problems.
3. Temporarily disable your antivirus software. Occasionally, antivirus programs can disrupt Windows updates. Deactivate your antivirus software and retry the update.
4. Reset Windows Update components. Open Command Prompt with administrator rights and input the following commands sequentially:

 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 

5. Download and install the update manually. Visit the Microsoft Update Catalog website and search for the specific update that failed. Download and install the update manually.
6. Execute a clean boot. A clean boot can help determine if third-party software is causing the issue. Navigate to Start > type msconfig > select System Configuration > click the Services tab > tick the Hide all Microsoft services box > click Disable all > go to the Startup tab > click Open Task Manager > disable all startup items > restart your computer > attempt the update again.