Microsoft explains why duplicate drivers appear in Windows About this report Windows Latest Version.
Media journalists note that duplicate drivers responsible for operating different computer components can often appear in the Windows operating system (OS). Microsoft experts reassure users and say that they can be ignored – they do not affect the operation of the system, and Windows will delete the copies itself after a while.
The company's engineers have explained the mystery of what software can be copied in the operating system. For example, to operate a personal computer (PC) audio device, drivers from Microsoft and software from the manufacturer can be installed. Microsoft universal drivers are often installed when third-party drivers are unavailable or problems arise with them.
“For efficiency in device design, functionality is often distributed across multiple drivers. This can result in multiple related drivers being installed at the same time,” Microsoft concluded.
At the end of October, Windows 11 introduced a new Start menu with a responsive and scrolling design. In addition, for user convenience, there is now a setting to display programs by category or in alphabetical order.
