The network card is the interface that connects your computer and the network. This card receives the data transmitted by the computer to transfer them to another device connected to the network. It also controls all the data as well as the flows exchanged. The network card receives information from the network to transcribe it and for it to be read and processed by your computer. As a result, the network card ensures the exchanges as well as the transfer of data between your PC and the other devices connected to your network. In this article, let's discover together, how to update your network card?
This explanatory video shows you in detail the steps to follow to update your network card:
How do I update my network card?
If you have a problem with your internet connection, updating its network card might be a better idea. To do this, here are the steps to follow:
- To get started, type cmd on your search bar;
- Then right-click on Command Prompt;
- Then, click run as administrator (for your information, you cannot run tasks if you are not an administrator);
- Now you will need an administrator code;
- On the window that opens, type devmgmt.msc, then click Enter;
- The device manager will appear, look for the network card;
- A whole list will appear, find your network card. To do this, identify your network card through the code 802. (An extension, which is the Wi-fi standard);
- Right-click on the network card, then update the driver;
- Then automatically search for drivers;
- Windows will tell you if the most recent version is available;
- Install this version;
- And finally restart your computer to apply the changes.
Once these steps are completed, your network card will be up to date and you can use it for your internet connections and for the card to perform its usual procedure.
