Windows 10: Insufficient space to install Windows 10 Update - Is it Possible to Install Using External...

Hi, I have a netbook with 32GB of storage. Updating Windows has always been a challenge, but attempting to install the "2021-11 Cumulative Update for Windows 10 Version 21H1 for x64-based Systems KB5007186" appears to be impossible. I am told that "updates are available, but we temporarily need some space to download." I cannot free up any more space. I have plenty of space on an external SSD drive, but I see no option to use that in order to install the update. I there anything I can do to install this update, or will I be forced to abandon this laptop as it will become unsafe to use w

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Windows Updates failed to instal

I just did step one and they have just all installed.... thank you so much.... it was quite frustrating having that update window pop up every 5 minutes and failing to instal every time

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New install Windows 10 (issue solved)

It's good that you're not experiencing any issues. Unfortunately many folks are, a quick Google search will show the same info im offering the OP.

Heres a couple examples:

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Here

It's basically what I mentioned above, small issues here and there ,but nothing to end your day.. for the most part.

I know it's anecdotal, but for my experience 95% of the time it's perfectly fine. The issues I've run into wouldn't be enough for me to roll back , but they would be enough (had I not installed it yet) ,to avoid it for another couple weeks which is why I'm suggesting it to the OP

Windows 10 Fall Creators Update problems and complaints

• Installation problems with the Fall Creators Update
• Microsoft Edge problems with the Fall Creators Update
• Drivers problems with the Fall Creators Update
• Experience problems with the Fall Creators Update

keep in mind, as of recently, the FCU is installed on 5% of devices roughly.....

 

windows xp installation and dual core am

could someone please list the steps they follow to install windows with a dual core processor and windows xp service pack to. I'm reletively new to amd dual core and i feel i'm missing a step. All help will be appreciated. thanx