Sometimes the software from the manufacturer has stuff over and above just the drivers.  Aside from that, don't forget that XP has been a birthin' for some time, so I'd check the manufacturer's web sites for the absolutely latest incarnation of the software.


>I just built a computer and installed Windows XP. I have the new drivers for each hardware device for the operating system.  Do I actually need the software, (i.e.  Zip drive,  HP Scanner, Canon Printer, etc.)?
>Thanks,
>Phil Weston
>
>


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