The HP Envy 5000 series is a range of printers manufactured by HP, designed to offer high-quality printing, scanning, and copying functionality. The "HP Envy 5000 (net)" you're referring to might be a model within this series, which includes Wi-Fi and networking support, allowing you to print over a network connection (like Wi-Fi or Ethernet).

The Windows driver for the HP Envy 5000 (or any specific HP Envy 5000 series printer) is a piece of software that helps your Windows computer communicate with the printer. It provides the necessary functionality to print, scan, and configure printer settings via your computer. Without the correct driver, your printer may not function properly, or it might not be recognized by your computer.