How to Rectify the Error Code 0x80070005: Permission Denied in Windows 8.1

There are several methods to resolve error code 0x80070005: Access denied in Windows 8.1:

1. Run the program as an administrator: Right-click the program and choose 'Run as administrator' from the context menu.
2. Check the permissions: Ensure the user account you're using has the necessary permissions to access the file or folder. To do this, right-click the file or folder, select 'Properties,' and then click the 'Security' tab. Confirm that your user account has the required permissions.
3. Disable antivirus software: Sometimes antivirus software can interfere with the installation or running of a program. Temporarily disable your antivirus software and see if the error persists.
4. Use the Windows troubleshooter: Windows includes a troubleshooter to help diagnose and fix common problems. To access it, go to Control Panel > Troubleshooting > System and Security > Fix problems with Windows Update.
5. Reset Windows Update components: If the error is related to Windows Update, try resetting the Windows Update components. Open a command prompt as an administrator and enter the following commands:
   

    net stop wuauserv
    net stop cryptSvc
    net stop bits
    net stop msiserver
    ren C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.old
    ren C:\Windows\System32\catroot2 catroot2.old
    net start wuauserv
    net start cryptSvc
    net start bits
    net start msiserver

6. Perform a clean boot: Sometimes third-party software can interfere with the installation or running of a program. To perform a clean boot, follow these steps:
   a. Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
   b. Type msconfig and press Enter.
   c. Click the Services tab and check the box next to 'Hide all Microsoft services'.
   d. Click the Disable all button.
   e. Click the Startup tab and click the Open Task Manager link.
   f. Disable all startup items.
   g. Close Task Manager and click OK.
   h. Restart your computer and try running the program again.