What is a driver?
A driver is a piece of software that allows your computer to communicate with a piece of hardware. Your PC consists of many hardware components, such as your hard disk, optical drive (CD or DVD drive), USB card and video card. All of these devices and more require drivers to function.

Doesn't Windows include drivers?
Yes, it definitely does. Windows includes drivers for many common devices. But it may not contain the latest drivers available for your hardware.

Doesn't Windows Automatic Update install the latest drivers?
Sometimes, but not always. This is why you may have to check the website of the maker of the individual components in your PC.

Doesn't the automatic updater from my computer's manufacturer install the latest drivers?
Again, sometimes it will, but sometimes it won't. If you have any questions about installing updated drivers on your computer, contact the manufacturer of your computer.

What is the easiest way to keep my drivers updated and avoid the hassle of dealing with drivers that are missing or not updated?
To save yourself a lot of time and energy we recommend Driver Detective.  The download is free and if you like the product you can purchase it.  We feel that this product has great value to you as a consumer because of the time and energy it will save you by automatically keeping your drivers up to date.