Microsoft has announced plans to periodically remove legacy drivers from the Windows Update catalog to mitigate security and compatibility risks. "The rationale behind this initiative is to ensure ...

Microsoft is overhauling Windows 11’s driver and update experience, giving users more control, stronger security, and clearer information. From pausing updates indefinitely to enforcing stricter ...

Microsoft rolls out Windows Protected Print Mode in Windows 11, removing legacy drivers and introducing secure driverless ...

Forward-looking: Microsoft has traditionally maintained strong backward compatibility with older hardware and software. However, the company is now working to phase out as many legacy drivers as ...

Microsoft’s April 2026 Windows 11 security update KB5083769 is causing failures in some third-party backup apps, but the company says the disruption is intentional to block vulnerable drivers.