Hi peterfitio,
· Did you make any changes on the computer prior to the issue?
· Which updates are you installing?
Follow these methods.
**Method 1:**Follow the steps from the article.
How do I reset Windows Update components?
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/971058
**Method 2:**Put the computer in Clean Boot state to see if there is any software conflict as clean boot helps in eliminating software conflicts.
Note: After performing the troubleshooting steps in clean boot, follow Step 7 from the link to return the computer to Normal startup mode.
Method 3: You can also install the updates (KB number) manually by downloading from Microsoft download center.
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/en/default.aspx
Method 4: Follow the steps from the article.
Troubleshoot problems with installing updates
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows7/Troubleshoot-problems-with-installing-updates