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How can I tell if Windows Update is stuck?
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Updated onSeptember 10, 2024
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If you’ve ever asked yourself the question:How can I tell ifWindows Updateis stuck?,then you came to the right place. This issue is more common than you might think.
BecauseWindows 10updates the services constantly, in some cases, it might happen that the installer got stuck at a certain percentage of the download or installationprocess.
This can cause a lot of anger, and some people even ended up having to reinstall their operating system again, as they stopped theprocessforcibly, while it was still working.
In today’s article we will explore the most common circumstances in which you might find yourself in. We will also discuss the best way to make sure that yourWindows updateis stuck or not, so keep reading.
What can I do ifWindows 10 Update is stuck?
1. Check if the process is really stuck
In some cases, the updateprocessinsideWindows 10will be slower than in other cases.
For this reason, drawing the conclusion that theprocessmight be stuck will vary depending on your patience, internet speed, and CPU speed as well.
To make sure that you’re not stopping your updateprocesswhile it’s still running, it is recommended that you wait 2-3 hours before reacting.
If after 2-3 hours the bar doesn’t advance at all, then you can safely assume the updateprocesshas stopped.
2. Verify if your PC’s CPU and RAM are being used
In this article we discussed how can you tell ifWindows Updateis stuck, or if its just taking longer than expected.
Using these methods will surely provide you with the required information to make an informed decision about your next step.
Now that you know how to tell if Windows Update is stuck, we have a great article on what to do ifWindows Update is pending install, so don’t miss it.
We would love to know if this guide answered your question. Please feel free to let us know by using the comment section found below.
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Vladimir Popescu
Being an artist his entire life while also playing handball at a professional level, Vladimir has also developed a passion for all things computer-related.
With an innate fascination for research and analysis, and realizing many other people share his passion for this subject, he delved into writing Windows-related articles, so other people can also benefit from the acquired information.
When not writing kick-ass articles, Vladimir likes to spend his time doing Crossfit and creating art.
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