Can a corrupted Windows Update cache cause error 80072f8f, and how do I clear it?

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Can a corrupted Windows Update cache cause error 80072f8f, and how do I clear it?
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Yes, a corrupted cache can definitely cause this error. Clearing the SoftwareDistribution folder (as described in resetting Windows Update components) effectively clears the update cache. This forces Windows Update to download fresh copies of the update files.