Windows Update server down?

I could not download the 30 + updates for Windows 7 that are returned by a Windows Update scan.  It blocks on the first update with a perpetual ' download updated 1 (0 total KB, 0% complete).»  This happened during the last 24 hours.  I ran the diagnostic tool, but that did not fix the problem.  Half an hour ago, I was able to get the 1.2 MB update, but now it's at a standstill until the download begins.  It is clear from this end to be a problem with the distribution of Microsoft servers; my other network access seems to work very well.  If MS has the problems of server, can someone send an estimate of time set so that we can stop wasting our time trying updates that are simply not available to us?

Please try the following: set never 'Find updates' automatic updates and restart. Download and install KB3161608.

https://support.Microsoft.com/en-us/KB/3161608

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