What is a Windows Driver?

A Windows driver is a software component that allows the operating system (OS) to communicate with hardware devices. Drivers act as intermediaries between hardware (e.g., printer, graphics card, sound card, keyboard, or external devices) and the OS, enabling the hardware to function properly and providing the necessary instructions for the OS to control the device.

Without the proper driver, Windows would not be able to recognize or interact with the device correctly, and the device may not function as expected.

For example:

• A graphics driver enables your computer to display images on your screen.
• A printer driver allows your computer to send print jobs to your printer.
• A network driver ensures that your computer can communicate with a wired or wireless network.