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How to solve the error code 0x80070002: File not found in Windows 11

There are several ways to solve the error code 0x80070002: File not found in Windows 11:

  1. Run the Windows Update Troubleshooter: Go to Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Additional troubleshooters > Windows Update > Run the troubleshooter.
  2. Delete the Software Distribution folder: Go to C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution and delete all the files and folders inside. Then restart your computer and try to update again.
  3. Check your antivirus software: Sometimes antivirus software can interfere with Windows updates. Try disabling your antivirus software temporarily and see if that solves the problem.
  4. Check your internet connection: Make sure you have a stable internet connection and that your network adapter drivers are up to date.
  5. Reset 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
    
  6. Perform a clean boot: Disable all startup programs and non-Microsoft services and try to update again.

If none of these solutions work, you may need to contact us or Microsoft support for further assistance.