Windows is one of the most successful and longest-running operating systems worldwide. One of the primary reasons for its success has been its updates and upgrades over time, with Windows 11 being the latest.

While the OS is getting increasingly better, it’s still not free from bugs and errors. One such common error plaguing Windows systems, including Windows 11, is error 0xc8000442.

This article will help you understand why you see the Windows issue and six ways to fix error 0xc8000442.

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Why do you see error 0xc8000442?

The leading cause of error 0xc8000442 is Windows’s dependency services to run different components. Things like Windows updates and driver malfunctions can sometimes trigger the error. 

Other than that, you might also need admin privileges to make the necessary changes.

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How to fix error 0xc8000442?

Here are six ways to fix the error 0xc8000442.

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Use the DISM tool to repair your system

The Windows Deployment Image Servicing and Management (DISM) tool is a command-line tool used to fix a corrupted system image. This tool lets you service a Windows image responsible for loading your system’s operating system.

To use the DISM tool, you can follow the steps given below

Step 1: Open the command line on your system and run it as an administrator

Step 2: Enter the command DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /CheckHealth to check the condition of your system.

Step 3: Enter the command DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /ScanHealth to perform an in-depth check of your system if no errors are detected using the first command.

Step 4: Enter the command DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth to repair any errors on your system.

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Run an SFC Scan

Corrupt files can be the reason your PC might behave weirdly. Here’s how you can get rid of them and potentially resolve your issue. 

Step 1: Press Windows Key + S to bring up the Cortana/Search box and search for Powershell. Open Windows Powershell from the search results.

Step 2: Type sfc /scannow to scan your system for issues. 

Step 3: If the SFC scan finds any problems, use the following command to resolve them. 

DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth

Restart your PC, and the 0xc8000442 error should be resolved.

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Repair your system

If nothing else works, the best way to get rid of the 0xc8000442 error is by simply reinstalling or repairing your OS. 

The Windows Media Creation tool is a great way to install Windows and repair the OS. Using this, you can perform a clean installation or repair your OS without affecting your data.

You can download the Media Creation Tool here

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Run Startup Repair

Startup repair is a built-in Windows tool that can help resolve any such errors you might be facing. Here’s how to get run the tool. 

Step 1: Hold down the power button for about ten seconds to power off your PC.

Step 2: Press the power button again to boot your PC.

Step 3: As soon as you see the PC manufacturer’s logo, press and hold the power button for ten seconds. 

Step 4: When your PC reboots, click on Troubleshoot.

Step 5: Head over to Advanced Options.

Step 5: Select Startup repair.

Now let Windows do its thing, and once your PC reboots, try checking if your changes can persist across reboots. 

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Run the Check Disk utility

Corrupt or bad sectors on the storage drive can also cause these issues. Run the Check Disk utility to ensure your storage drive is alright. 

You can refer to our detailed guide here on how to run the check disk utility.

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Run the Windows Update Troubleshooter

Windows 10 offers a slew of inbuilt troubleshooters that can resolve just about any issue on your PC, including Windows Update.

Step 1: Press Windows Key + I to open Windows settings and click on Update & Security.

Step 2; Head over to the Troubleshooting tab.

Step 3: Click on Additional troubleshooters.

Step 4: Click the Windows Update troubleshooter to run it and let the troubleshooter do its thing. 

Try running the update again to see if that solved the 0xc8000442 error.

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