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Error Message"Windows could not search for new updates (Code 80072F8F)" when searching for updates in Windows Vista

Check out this article to understand why this happens. And you can be sure to resolve the issue as you follow the steps given:

When Windows Update scan operation is unable to scan the computer for updates this problem may occur. The date and time on the computer should not vary from the valid date and time found on the on the Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) certificate that the Windows Update Web site uses.

Verify the Date and Time Settings. Here’s how you do it:
  • Click  .
  • Type Date and Time in the Start Search box.

  • Click Date and Time in the Programs list.

  • Click Change date and time in Date and Time dialog box.

  • Click Continue or Type your Password in case you are prompted for an administrator password or confirmation.
  • Adjust correct date and time in Date and Time Settings dialog box and click OK.

  • Click OK.

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