A user reports that their desktop operating system has not been able to install the latest updates. Upon checking, you notice that the update process begins but then rolls back with an error stating insufficient disk space. Before attempting to free up space, which of the following should be the first step to resolve the update issue?
Perform a clean boot to eliminate software conflicts that might block the update.
Check the available disk space to confirm if it aligns with the error message.
Perform a disk defragmentation to free up space and potentially resolve the issue.
Disable antivirus software to prevent it from interfering with the update process.
Before trying more intrusive steps or potentially wasting time clearing files that may not need to be removed, checking for the actual disk space available helps to confirm whether the error message corresponds to the real issue. This is important because error messages can sometimes be misleading, and assuming they are correct without verification can lead to unnecessary steps. If ample disk space is indeed available, troubleshooting can proceed towards other potential causes such as file system errors, corrupted update files, or software conflicts. On the other hand, 'Disabling antivirus software' and 'Running a disk defragmentation' are not immediately necessary and may not address the root problem of the update failure. 'Performing a clean boot' may address other conflicts that prevent the update from installing, but this does not directly address the error message indicating insufficient disk space.
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