Microsoft is phasing out new printer driver updates via Windows Update for older printers in Windows 11 starting in 2026, ...

This is because Microsoft has only stopped accepting or publishing new third-party v3/v4 printer drivers to Windows Update for Windows 11+. If you read headlines that claim Windows printers are being ...

The next system update for Windows 11 could break your printer. Here's what you need to know.

The company explains that their focus is on modernizing the Windows print platform, which now prioritizes built-in drivers that simplify the user experience. As a result, older models that rely on ...

If you still have a deprecated V3 or V4 "legacy printer," you'll need to install drivers manually going forward.

Microsoft's announcement marks the end of an era for older printer drivers that have long been a staple for many users. By discontinuing support for V3 and V4 drivers, Microsoft aims to streamline its ...

Microsoft is continuing its cleanup of legacy components in Windows 11, and this time the focus is on printer drivers. The company is ending support for older V3 and V4 printer driver models, a ...

In the name of security for its ubiquitous OS, Microsoft is ditching support for legacy V3 and V4 printer drivers in Windows ...

It’s the beginning of the end for third-party printer drivers in Windows, according to a support document the company released earlier this month. Instead of bespoke drivers for individual printers ...

When trying to migrate printers from an old server to a new server via Group Policy Preferences (GPP) an Unknown printer driver error may occur and prevent you from ...

You may have encountered several errors while using Windows. Some of them can be fixed quickly, while some of them may need adjustments to your system. One of the ...