One of the most daunting ideas to those new to computers is the idea that they may need to update the drivers on their new computer. This doesn’t have to be a difficult task if you can learn what drivers are and how they work.
Many drivers are programmed into your computer at the time of purchase. These drivers control such devices as the monitor, keyboard and mouse that are included with the purchase of your new computer. If you decide to update any of these items you will need to install new drivers that will be included with whatever component that you purchase. The installation is done quite easily by simply loading the enclosed disk and following the onscreen instructions.
The time may come when you need to update your drivers. Sometimes this is because errors have been fixed in previous versions of the software. Often it is simply because a better form of the driver has been developed. In cases like this updating a driver is as simple as downloading it from the appropriate website.
The Acer computer company maintains a constantly updated database for all drivers either preinstalled on their computer systems or packaged with their various computer components. It is because of this database of free downloadable updates that their online site and customer service are so highly rated.
One rather unique factor about the Acer website is that you have only to register your computer once it has been purchased and forever after when you log onto the site you will be immediately directed to any drivers or software updates available for your computer system.
The Acer computer company also takes the unusual step in offering their website services to those who have purchased second hand Acer computer systems. This makes it far easier to resell an Acer computer.
It is also possible that you may choose to download updated drivers from a third party site. It is very important that you only update drivers from trusted sites. It goes without saying that you should never download any program unless it is from a site that you trust but this is never truer than when downloading drivers. A driver error can make it impossible for essential components to function properly or even function at all.
The actual process of updating a driver is usually very easy for even a computer novice to perform. If you have visited the Acer website you will be told what updates are available for your system. You will then click on the updates you wish to download. The system will then download and install the update for you.
If you have gone to a third party website the process is a bit different. You will type in the specific component, usually via model number, to the search engine of the website. Your desired driver update will be found and you will then choose the download button. Once the update has finished downloading you will locate it on your desktop, double click on the program and then follow the onscreen prompts.
If you own an Acer computer it is usually quicker and easier to go to the Acer website to update drivers and other software. Where you choose to update your drivers is a matter of preference and you should go to the site where you feel the most comfortable.
Downloading and updating drivers for your Acer computer system is very simple and easily done for almost everyone. It is one of the easier computer maintenance steps that you will undertake in keeping your computer running smoothly.
