window 8.1 - how do I restart windows update service

Question

Is there an option for this somewhere or is there another way you need to do it? I'm using a surface pro 3 if that makes a difference..

Solution

Typing the following:

net stop wuauserv
net start wuauserv

In Command Line will stop and start the Windows Update Service.

There is also a way without command line:

Start - Control Panel - Administrative tools - services

Look for Windows Update Service. And right-click to stop and start.

Comments

[Daniel B]

What are you actually trying to accomplish?

[snowdude]

Just type 'Windows Update' in the search. That'll give you the options.