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How to solve the error code 0x80070003: Invalid path in Windows 10

There are several ways to solve the error code 0x80070003: Invalid path in Windows 10:

  1. Run the Windows Update Troubleshooter: Go to Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Windows Update > Run the troubleshooter.
  2. Rename the Software Distribution Folder: Open Command Prompt as an administrator and type the following commands:
             net stop wuauserv
             ren C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.old
             net start wuauserv
        
  3. Check the System Files: Open Command Prompt as an administrator and type the following command:
             sfc /scannow
        
  4. Disable the Antivirus: Sometimes, the antivirus software can interfere with the Windows Update process. Disable the antivirus temporarily and try to update Windows.
  5. Reset Windows Update Components: Open Command Prompt as an administrator and type the following commands:
             net stop bits
             net stop wuauserv
             net stop appidsvc
             net stop cryptsvc
             ren C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.old
             ren C:\Windows\System32\catroot2 catroot2.old
             net start bits
             net start wuauserv
             net start appidsvc
             net start cryptsvc
         
  6. Perform a Clean Boot: Sometimes, third-party software can interfere with the Windows Update process. Perform a clean boot and try to update Windows.

If none of the above methods work, you may need to reinstall Windows 10.

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