Device drivers(1.2.1 g) Flashcards
1
Q
What is a device driver?
A
a program that provides an interface that allows the OS and software to interact with a piece of hardware without being concerned with the hardware implementation
2
Q
Why might an OS use a generic driver?
A
if the OS cannot find the specific driver fir a device
3
Q
How are device drivers installed?
A
typically by routines within the OS occasionally from the internet
4
Q
Why are generic drivers not ideal?
A
not tailored o the device and may be lacking some functionality or it may be inefficient
5
Q
What did device drivers use to be installed from?
A
physical media such ad CD-ROM
