How to solve the error code 0x800705b4: This operation returned because the timeout period expired in Windows Server 2003

There are several steps you can take to solve the error code 0x800705b4 in Windows Server 2003:

1. Restart the Windows Update service: Go to Start > Run, type "services.msc" and press Enter. Locate the Windows Update service, right-click on it and select Restart.
2. Check your internet connection: Make sure your internet connection is stable and working properly. If you are using a wireless connection, try connecting your computer directly to the router with an Ethernet cable.
3. Disable your antivirus software: Sometimes antivirus software can interfere with Windows updates. Try disabling your antivirus software temporarily and see if that resolves the issue.
4. Run the Windows Update troubleshooter: Go to Start > Control Panel > Troubleshooting > System and Security > Fix problems with Windows Update. Follow the prompts to run the troubleshooter.
5. Manually download and install the updates: If all else fails, you can try manually downloading and installing the updates from the Microsoft website. Go to the Microsoft Update Catalog and search for the updates you need. Download and install them manually.