How to resolve error code 0x80240034: Windows update failure in Windows 10

There are multiple methods to address error code 0x80240034 in Windows 10:

1. Restart your computer and attempt the update again. Often, a simple restart can resolve the problem.
2. Verify your internet connection. Ensure you have a reliable internet connection and try the update once more.
3. Temporarily disable your antivirus software. Occasionally, antivirus programs can disrupt the update process. Disable your antivirus and retry the update.
4. Run the Windows Update troubleshooter. Windows 10 includes a built-in troubleshooter that can help resolve update issues. To use it, navigate to Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Windows Update.
5. Reset the Windows Update components. If the troubleshooter doesn't work, try resetting the Windows Update components. Open Command Prompt as an administrator and enter 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. Third-party software might interfere with the update. To do a clean boot, go to Start > type 'msconfig' > select System Configuration > click on the Services tab > check 'Hide all Microsoft services' > click 'Disable all' > go to the Startup tab > click 'Open Task Manager' > disable all startup items > restart your computer and try the update again.