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Resolving Windows 10 Error 0x80070003: Incorrect File Path

Various strategies exist to address the error 0x80070003: Incorrect File Path in Windows 10:

  1. Utilise the Windows Update Troubleshooter: Navigate to Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Windows Update > Execute the troubleshooter.
  2. Alter the Software Distribution Folder's Name: Launch Command Prompt with administrator rights and input the following commands:
     net stop wuauserv
    ren C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.old
    net start wuauserv
  3. Inspect the System Files: Launch Command Prompt with administrator privileges and enter the command:
     sfc /scannow 
  4. Deactivate the Antivirus Software: At times, antivirus programs may disrupt the Windows Update mechanism. Temporarily deactivate your antivirus and attempt the update.
  5. Reset Windows Update Components: Launch Command Prompt as an administrator and execute the following commands:
     net stop bits
    net stop wuauserv
    net stop appidsvc
    net stop cryptsvc
    ren C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.old
    ren C:\Windows\System32\catroot2 catroot2.old
    net start bits
    net start wuauserv
    net start appidsvc
    net start cryptsvc
  6. Initiate a Clean Boot: Occasionally, third-party applications may interfere with the Windows Update process. Initiate a clean boot and attempt to update Windows.

Should these methods fail, reinstalling Windows 10 may be necessary.

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