Windows Update error 0x80244022 typically arises when the update client can’t connect to Microsoft’s servers—often due to proxy misconfiguration, firewall or VPN interference, or issues with update service settings. This error halts essential updates and leaves your PC vulnerable. To resolve it:
- Restart your PC to clear temporary network glitches.
- Disable VPN, proxy, firewall, or antivirus temporarily, as they may block update connections.
- Run Windows Update Troubleshooter (Windows 10/11: Settings → Update & Security → Troubleshoot → Additional troubleshooters → Windows Update; Windows 7/8: Control Panel → Troubleshooting → System and Security → Windows Update).
- Reset network settings: open Command Prompt as administrator and run:
netsh winhttp reset proxy
netsh winsock reset
netsh int ip reset
Then reboot. - Clear the update cache: stop the Windows Update and BITS services, delete all contents of
C:WindowsSoftwareDistributionandC:WindowsSystem32catroot2, then restart the services. - Run SFC and DISM to repair system integrity:
sfc /scannow
DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth
- Restart and retry Windows Update after completing these steps.
These actions typically resolve error 0x80244022. For a detailed step‑by‑step walkthrough including screenshots, see this comprehensive guide.