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Hello kopal, I am Henry and I want to help you with this issue.
If you are already in the middle of a slow update via Windows Update, you can try these steps to resolve bottlenecks:
- Use a Wired Connection: Switch from Wi-Fi to an Ethernet cable for a faster, more stable download.
- Free Up Disk Space: Ensure your C: drive has at least 30-40 GB of free space. A full drive slows down the entire process.
- Temporarily Disable Antivirus: Third-party antivirus software can interfere with the update. Disable it temporarily until the upgrade is complete. (Windows Defender is fine and does not need to be disabled).
- Disconnect Unnecessary Peripherals: Unplug all external devices except for your mouse, keyboard, and monitor. This prevents driver conflicts during installation.
Key Factor: The single biggest factor is your system drive. An upgrade on a Solid State Drive (SSD) will be significantly faster than on a traditional Hard Disk Drive (HDD).
Hope this clears things up!