How to Fix Update Error 0x800f0988
Sometime in the past, Microsoft, as they typically do, released an optional cumulative update (KB4532693) for their latest iteration of Windows 10 (version 1909 and 1903). This update was designed specifically to fix start menu issues, File Explorer not working, and other related problems. But one unforeseen outcome, was the issue(s) that resulted from its implementation. Error 0x800f0988 being that specific issue.