Lenovo 444623U Lenovo 3000 G430-G530 UserGuide V3.0 - Page 90
how to use it., Due to the fact that drivers are programs, like any other file on your
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Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information Device drivers are programs that contain instructions for the operating system about how to operate or "drive" a certain piece of hardware. Each hardware component on your computer has its own specific driver. If you add a new component, the operating system needs to be instructed on how to operate that piece of hardware. After you install the driver, the operating system can recognize the hardware component and understand how to use it. Note: Due to the fact that drivers are programs, like any other file on your computer, they are susceptible to corruption and might not perform properly if corruption occurs. 82
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Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Device drivers are programs that contain instructions for the operating
system about how to operate or “drive” a certain piece of hardware. Each
hardware component on your computer has its own specific driver. If you
add a new component, the operating system needs to be instructed on
how to operate that piece of hardware. After you install the driver, the
operating system can recognize the hardware component and understand
how to use it.
Note:
Due to the fact that drivers are programs, like any other file on your
computer, they are susceptible to corruption and might not perform
properly if corruption occurs.
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