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driver updates - are they recommended?

Discussion in 'Other PC Software' started by rebecca, 2006/05/07.

  1. 2006/05/07
    rebecca Contributing Member

    rebecca Well-Known Member Thread Starter

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    Just out of curiosity, I ran a free scan on my computer for possible driver updates this morning. The scan reported that 60% of my drivers are outdated (display adapters, IDE ATA/ATAPI controllers, mouse, modem, network adapters, Logitech microphone, and 6 USB controllers).
    I am not aware of having any problems with my computer, but I am wondering if updating drivers is something that should be done regardless. I have no interest in stirring up a can of worms, so if driver updates are strictly optional, then I'm in no rush to go there.
    Any advice/suggestions?
    Thanks!
     
    rebecca,
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    Steve R Jones

    Steve R Jones SuperGeek Staff

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    Two good reasons to not do anything->

    I am not aware of having any problems with my computer
    I have no interest in stirring up a can of worms
     
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    Zander

    Zander Geek Member Alumni

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    FWIW, I agree with Steve. If you aren't having any problems and aren't lacking some particular function for some device, leave the worms rest where they are.;)
     
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    Welshjim

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    rebecca--Sometimes the manufacturer's site will explain the purpose of a newer driver. Unless you have the problem being fixed or want the new feature offered, I agree to leave well enough alone.
     
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  6. 2006/05/08
    rebecca Contributing Member

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    Many thanks, gentlemen -
    That's just the news I was hoping to hear!
    :)
     
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