0x80072EFE - ERROR_INTERNET_CONNECTION_ABORTED - The connection with the server has been terminated.
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XP - Error Code: 0X800072EFE (Can't install updates)
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I am not able to perform windows updates or downloads. When I cclick on Windows Update, , I get the message that website cannot be found. When I try to download to download a file, I get the error, 0x800072efe. Help!!!!
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