Error 403 Access Denied/Forbidden error message

Let us see how to fix Error 403 Access Denied/Forbidden error message when trying to access the Windows Update Web site

1.      Disable Security, Download Assistant, or Web Accelerator Software:

·        Disable any third party software that fits a description in the following list:

·        Ad Removal programs

·        Web Accelerators

·        Download Assistants

·        Security software such as "At Guard" or "Net Zip"

·        Antivirus Software

   Try to connect to the Windows Update site. If you still cannot connect, try the next resolution.