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0x80070020

A file is in use by another program, so Windows cannot replace it. Antivirus and backup tools are the usual cause.

How to fix it

  1. Restart the PC and run the update before opening other programs.
  2. Temporarily turn off third-party antivirus and backup software.
  3. Still failing: do a clean boot (msconfig > Services > Hide all Microsoft services > Disable all) and update again, then undo the clean boot.

Is it serious?

Fixable without repairs.