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The 0x80240034 error with Windows 10 is caused by Windows Update being unable to download the various files it requires to perform the updates that Windows requires. The error is specifically known as the "WU_E_DOWNLOAD_FAILED" error, basically meaning that the system didn't download the correct "Windows Update" files. The resulting issue means that your system is unable to manage the updates that are required to run, leading the system to exhibit erroneous behaviour. To fix the problem, you essentially need to resolve any of the core issues preventing Windows Update from downloading the appropriate files - this comes in the form of having the ability to fix the likes of the Windows Update service, as well as being able to repair any of the underlying software applications integrating with Windows. The message for the error will generally show as follows: Failed to install - 0x80240034 The causes of the error will typically be: Internet connection issues ...

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Like many applications, Steam often ends up with problems when it attempts to update various games you may have on the system. The issue with Steam is either that your "region" is not set correctly (leading to download issues), or that the files of your game are somehow corrupted beyond the ability of the system to rectify them. The solution is to ensure that your system is able to download from the server, and then that the downloaded files have the correct integrity. The message which shows with the error is typically as follows: An error occurred when downloading [[game name]] (corrupt download)... The solution can be followed here: -- Solution 1. Change Your Download Region The first step is to change the download region. This basically changes which server your system will be attempting to obtain the update from, thus allowing for faster access to the files. Whilst this may not seem like a major problem, it can cause what's known as "packet loss...