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how to Restart Windows Update Service?

WOLDEMESKEL, Dagnachew Mulugeta 20 Reputation points
2025-11-23T14:24:38.8733333+00:00

I tried to update Windows 11 Insider Preview Quality Update (26220.7262), but the update got stuck at 26%. Therefore, I want to restart the Windows Update Service. So, how to restart the Windows Update Service?

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    2025-11-23T14:24:46.8566667+00:00
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    To restart the Windows Update Service, follow these steps:

    1. Press Win + R to open the Run dialog.
    2. Type services.msc and press Enter to open the Services window.
    3. In the Services window, scroll down and find Windows Update in the list.
    4. Right-click on Windows Update and select Restart from the context menu.
    5. Wait for the service to restart, and then you can try updating Windows again.

    This process should help resolve issues with stuck updates by refreshing the Windows Update service.

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