Microsoft is slowly phasing out support for third-party printer drivers in Windows, but IT admins shouldn't worry too much.
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Microsoft ends publishing new legacy printer drivers for Windows 11
Microsoft ends new legacy printer driver support for Windows 11, requiring users to get updates directly from manufacturers starting in 2027..
Starting in January 2026, Microsoft will no longer distribute new "official" printer drivers through Windows Update. First announced back in 2023, the move is meant to ...
The next system update for Windows 11 could break your printer. Here's what you need to know.
If you still have a deprecated V3 or V4 "legacy printer," you'll need to install drivers manually going forward.
Microsoft ends V3 and V4 printer driver support in Windows 11 by. What this means for your legacy hardware and business ...
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