How to Fix Error Code 0x80240017: Windows Update Failure in Windows 10

Here are several methods to fix the error code 0x80240017 in Windows 10:

1. Restart your computer and try updating again. Often, a simple reboot can resolve the issue.
2. Run the Windows Update troubleshooter. Navigate to Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Windows Update troubleshooter. Follow the on-screen instructions to address any problems.
3. Temporarily disable your antivirus software. Antivirus programs can sometimes interfere with Windows updates. Disable your antivirus and attempt the update again.
4. Reset Windows Update components. Open Command Prompt as an administrator and input the following commands one at a time:

 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. Download and install the update manually. Visit the Microsoft Update Catalog website and search for the failed update. Download and install it manually.
6. Perform a clean boot. This can help determine if third-party software is causing the problem. Go to Start > type msconfig > select System Configuration > choose the Services tab > check the Hide all Microsoft services box > click Disable all > go to the Startup tab > click Open Task Manager > disable all startup items > restart your computer > try updating again.