Solving Error Code 0x8024402e: Unidentified Issue with Windows Update on Windows Server 2003 R2

Follow these specific actions to address the error code 0x8024402e on Windows Server 2003 R2:

1. Verify internet access: Confirm that your server maintains a stable internet connection without any disruptions.
2. Reset the Windows Update service: Navigate to Start > Run, input 'services.msc', and hit Enter. Find the Windows Update service, right-click, select 'Restart', and allow the service to reboot.
3. Purge the Windows Update cache: Head to Start > Run, type 'cmd', and press Enter. In the command prompt, execute 'net stop wuauserv'. Next, navigate with 'cd %systemroot%\SoftwareDistribution', and execute 'rd /s /q DataStore' to clear the cache.
4. Deactivate third-party security software: At times, third-party antivirus or firewall programs can obstruct Windows Update. Temporarily disable such software to see if it resolves the issue.
5. Scan for malware: Conduct a comprehensive scan with your antivirus to detect any malware that might be contributing to the issue.
6. Manually install updates: If problems persist, manually downloading and installing updates from the Microsoft site might be necessary, albeit time-consuming.