Checking for updates an error has occurred the request timed out

Whenever I try to check for an update to my software on my computer I get this message: "an error has occurred, the request timed out."
I have not been able to have a software update in many months. Any suggestions on how to fix this?
Thanks,
David

Quit all applications
Hold option key down and click the "Go" menu in the menu bar.
Select "Library" from the dropdown.
Library > Preferences
Look for the file  com.apple.appstore.plist  and move it to Trash.
Restart the computer.
Source:https://discussions.apple.com/message/20445064#20445064

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