14 DAY TRIAL // Every computer hardware component heavily relies on a set of rules for proper info and resource management and distribution. Outdated drivers can result in serious system stability issues, so it’s best to stay on track.
Recent Windows iterations automatically search and install latest drivers through the built-in update system, given you’re connected to the Internet. In case you notice something peculiar going on in terms of functionality, it’s best to check whether or not Windows is still in charge of automatic driver updates.
Sure, this can also be accomplished using third-party applications. By the end of the following steps, you hopefully know how to make Windows take care of your driver updates, and how to do so using other programs.
Using Windows built-in features
Step 1: Go to the Control Panel.
Step 2: Access the Hardware and Sound category and follow the link to Devices and Printers.
Step 3: In the Devices section, identify the one with your computer’s name.
Step 4: Right-click it and choose to manage Device installation settings.
Here you can choose whether or not Windows should automatically search and install latest driver updates. This is easily done by selecting the first option.
On the other hand, you can completely disregard Windows features and choose never to install via the built-in updates system.
Using third-party applications
Step 1: Download and install Uniblue DriverScanner.
Step 2: Run the application and wait for it to scan your computer.
Step 3: Go through the list of detected items and update the ones you need.
Step 4: Additionally, you can hit the Download all buttons for a complete update of installed drivers.
