How to solve the error code 0x80240034: Windows update failed in Windows 10

There are several ways to solve the error code 0x80240034 in Windows 10:

1. Restart your computer and try to update again. Sometimes, a simple restart can fix the issue.
2. Check your internet connection. Make sure you have a stable internet connection and try to update again.
3. Disable your antivirus software temporarily. Sometimes, antivirus software can interfere with the update process. Disable your antivirus software and try to update again.
4. Run the Windows Update troubleshooter. Windows 10 has a built-in troubleshooter that can help you fix update issues. To run the troubleshooter, go to Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Windows Update.
5. Reset the Windows Update components. If the troubleshooter doesn't fix the issue, you can try resetting the Windows Update components. To do this, open Command Prompt as an administrator and type the following commands:
   

     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

6. Perform a clean boot. Sometimes, third-party software can interfere with the update process. To perform a clean boot, 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 and try to update again.