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The Windows Update Agent (WUA) API can return WU_S_UH_INSTALLSTILLPENDING error codes for non-network operations.
The Microsoft Windows Update Agent (also referred to as WUA) is an agent program. It works together with the Windows Server Update Services to automatically deliver patches. It's able to scan your computer and determine what version of Windows you're running. This allows the update agent to push new updates onto your device, making the process easier.
Windows Update Agent was first introduced for Windows Vista. It replaced the Windows Update web application and the Automatic Updates client. Because it’s a much better solution for updates, Microsoft kept it in every future release.
The Windows Update Agent improves features of the Automatic Updates client. Browsing the Windows Update website was much of a hassle for many users. Not knowing what update you need can lead to loss of time and many errors.
Windows Update Agent can prevent this.
It can automatically select, download and install needed or recommended updates.
The update agent searches and downloads updates from trusted Microsoft sources. This includes:
- Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) server
- Microsoft's update websites
- Peer to peer distribution (Windows 10)
Once the update agent detects a new update that is missing from your computer, it begins working. You don’t have to spend any time looking for updates and trying to determine which one to install yourself.
You’re able to manage the Windows Update Agent in the following locations:
- Control Panel
- Settings app
- Group Policy
- Microsoft Intune
- Windows PowerShell
Windows Update Agent is compatible with these versions of Windows:
- Windows Vista
- Windows 7
- Windows 8
- Windows 10