How to update computer drivers and software? There are two ways: The easy way and the hard way. Unfortunately, most people instinctively choose the hard way without even knowing it.

The Hard Way

If your computer is not recognizing a piece of hardware such as a printer, sound card, or mouse, you can uninstall and reinstall it. If this doesn't work, check the version you have with the latest version on the Internet. If it's the same version, there is something wrong with your computer and you are best to call a computer technician and get ready to spend some money! If it is not the same version, you will need to update the driver for the piece of hardware in question.

How to update computer drivers and software you ask? You will need to pull up the Device Manager. To do this, go to My Computer and then go to System Properties, then go to the Hardware Tab and click on Device Manager. Now look at the hardware icons and/or names. If your drivers need updating, you will notice red x marks and/or question marks and/or exclamation points.

Question marks mean the driver is not installed. Run the disk installer you received with the hardware to solve this problem. A red "x" means the hardware device is disabled. Right-click on the icon, click on Properties, and Enable Device. An exclamation point means you will need to update the driver. Right-click on the icon and click Update Driver. Now you may go back and check to see if your hardware devices are functioning properly.

Updating your drivers and software as mentioned above can be quite time-consuming and frustrating, especially if a technician is required or the drivers installed are not available, or worse the wrong drivers are installed or the drivers installed are ridden with viruses.

An easier way is guaranteed to automatically scan and identify the updates you require and automatically download and install these updates onto your computer. Three easy effortless steps for you to follow and best of all, you can do this as many times as you like to constantly keep your drivers up to date and your computer working at its maximum potential all year long! The driver update software is easy to use, with steps only requiring a point and a click. This makes the software usable for literally anyone who wishes to update their drivers quickly and efficiently! The "easy way" is the best way how to update computer drivers and software!