How to Delete a Failed Update History

Failed Windows updates can leave users frustrated.

One of the most used computer operating systems in the world, Windows offers a variety of automatic updates to its programs. These updates, however, can fail on certain systems and in some circumstances, clogging your computer's memory files. You can remove or delete these failed update files from your computer in just minutes by accessing your Windows Start menu, Deleting these files will free up needed space on your computer.

Instructions

1. Click the "Start" menu on your desktop and navigate to "Control Panel" > "Administrative Tools" > "Services."

2. Right click on the "Automatic Updates" option in the "Services" menu and select "Stop" in the pop-up menu.

3. Return to the "Start" menu and navigate to "My Computer" > "C:" > "Windows."

4. Locate the "SoftwareDistribution" folder and right click on it to delete the folder to remove the failed updates from your computer.

References

• Online Tech Tips: How to Remove Windows Failed Updates