how do i check my driver updates
(Do check optional updates, too.) Next, check with the company that made your computer to see if they have updated drivers available. On their website, you'll usually find a support page that will let you know about updated drivers that are available. In general, you can install the drivers with an easy download. Next, you'll want to see if the company that made the component (the video card, for example) has an updated driver available. To do that, you'll want to check your Device Manager on your computer to get the device, manufacturer and name of the component. Go to the manufacturer's website to find a download or drivers support page; look for your device and then download any recommended updates.
Here's how: 1  Open Windows Update by clicking the Start button 2  . In the left pane, click Check for updates. 3  On the Select the updates you want to install page, look for updates for your hardware devices, select the check box for each driver that you want to install, and then click OK.  On the Windows Update page, click Install updates .