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Windows 11 is making big changes to printing, because printers are awful
Don't worry, your old printers won't break... at least for a while.
Although Microsoft commits to not bricking printers using legacy drivers, it still wants you to upgrade to the IPP Class Driver.
If you are confused about the recent news about printer drivers in Windows 11, Microsoft has an explanation for you.
It’s gut-check time for millions of Windows users. A routine system update is normally not cause for concern. However, a routine update can soon turn a perfectly functional printer into a paperweight.
As Microsoft continues to update Windows 11, one item that it's dropping support for are V3 and V4 printer drivers. This move was advertised back in September 2023, as Microsoft claimed these printer ...
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