Microsoft frequently bundles stable, certified drivers within standard system updates. Update drivers through Device Manager in Windows

This story ends differently for you. On macOS, drivers are handled almost entirely by the Operating System. You check for driver updates simply by clicking the Apple icon > System Settings > Software Update . If your hardware needs a driver, it comes bundled in a standard macOS update.

For critical components like Graphics Cards (NVIDIA/AMD) or Motherboards, the Windows automatic search is often lazy. It usually gives you an older version.

: Right-click a device (e.g., "Display adapters"), select Properties , and go to the Driver tab to see the version and installation date.