How to solve the error code 0x80240017: Windows update failed in Windows 10

There are several ways to solve the error code 0x80240017 in Windows 10:

1. Restart your computer and try to update again. Sometimes, a simple restart can fix the issue.
2. Run the Windows Update troubleshooter. Go to Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Windows Update troubleshooter. Follow the on-screen instructions to fix any issues.
3. Disable your antivirus software temporarily. Sometimes, antivirus software can interfere with Windows updates. Disable your antivirus software and try to update again.
4. Reset the Windows Update components. Open Command Prompt as an administrator and type the following commands one by one:

       net stop wuauserv
       net stop cryptSvc
       net stop bits
       net stop msiserver
       ren C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.old
       ren C:\Windows\System32\catroot2 catroot2.old
       net start wuauserv
       net start cryptSvc
       net start bits
       net start msiserver
  

5. Manually download and install the update. Go to the Microsoft Update Catalog website and search for the update that failed to install. Download the update and install it manually.
6. Perform a clean boot. A clean boot can help identify if any third-party software is causing the issue. Go to Start > type msconfig > select System Configuration > select the Services tab > check the Hide all Microsoft services box > click Disable all > select the Startup tab > click Open Task Manager > disable all startup items > restart your computer > try to update again.