Error code 0x80240438 is a Windows 10/11 Update error that usually indicates an issue with the Windows 10 Update service or its components in windows 10 and windows 11 operating system. This windows 10 error 0x8024038 can occur for a variety of reasons, including corrupted system files, conflicts with other software, or issues with the network connection.

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