How Do You Update Drivers On XP?
Each hardware device installed on your Windows XP computer has drivers that run it. These drivers can be updated by the manufacturer of the device in order to help the device run better or to fix issues with software or other devices. Go to the manufacturer’s website to download the newest version of these drivers. Sometimes drivers are downloaded as self-executing files that install automatically when you click them. Other times, you may need to use the Windows Device Manager to update the driver files. Download the drivers for your device from the manufacturer website. Take note of the folder on your computer where you have saved the driver file. Right-click the “My Computer” icon on your desktop and choose “Properties” from the menu. Navigate to the Hardware tab and click the “Device Manger” button. Locate the device in the Device Manager. The Device Manager will list the hardware components installed on your computer under their function. You may need to click the arrow next to the
