Windows updates are important, that brings latest bug fixes and security enhancements.
This can prevent you from getting the latest security and performance improvements for your system.
Several users reportedWindows 11 KB5055523 update gets stuck at 100% downloadingand does not progress further.
Slow or unstable Internet connections and corrupted update files or insufficient disk space are common.
Glitches within the Windows Update service or interference from firewalls and antivirus programs are also potential causes.
Check your internet speed at fast.com or speedtest.net.
if the download and upload speed is slower than usual you oughta reboot your Router or contact ISP.
Lets check and restart the Windows update service and retry to load the Windows 11 updates again.
Do the same withBackground Intelligent TransferService andCryptographicServices.
Usually running the update troubleshooter attempt to resolve such problems automatically.
If not give a shot to wipe the update cache manually by following the steps below.
execute the DISM restore health and system file checker command that help scan and replace corrupted system files.
Windows updates need storage space to download the update files from the Microsoft server before apply them.
If your system drive (usually its C drive) is almost full it may result in stuck downloading.
you might use the Windows Security app to find and remove such bogus files.
Now open Windows update and check for updates again.
grab the Turn Off Windows Defender Firewall option under both Private data pipe controls and Public data pipe controls.
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