Let's go straight to the point. If you are having the Windows Update error code 802440F in Windows 10, check your system date and time to make sure they are set correctly.
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However, after setting your date and time to the appropriate local time and date and you are still experiencing the error code issue it is time to look further for solution. That is when the information within this guide becomes necessary to forestall it in time.
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STEP 1: Press Windows + R key to open 'Run'.
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STEP 2: Type or copy and paste services.msc into 'Run' dialog and click on 'OK' to continue.
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STEP 3: Scroll down to 'Windows Update' on the list, right-click on it and choose 'Properties'.
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STEP 4: On 'Startup Type' select 'Automatic' and click on 'Apply' button to make changes.
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STEP 5: Next, Click on 'Start' tab and wait for Windows to execute some actions and click 'OK'.
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STEP 6: Click on 'File' and select 'Exit' to close the 'Services' window. Next check for updates at the Control Panel.
If you are still experiencing the problem you need to follow this LINK for further help.
