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What are device drivers and how do they impact the system performance?

Device drivers are programs that establish a communication bridge between your hardware, like Mouse, Keyboards, printers, Sound cards, Network cards, etc., and your Operating system. Device drivers communicate with the computer hardware using the computer bus connected to the hardware. They are extremely essential for a computer system to work effectively because without a device driver the particular hardware malfunctions, i.e., it can not perform the action/function for which it was created. If the drivers in a system are not updated then the performance of the system is adversely affected.

OS and the hardware are linked together to function effectively with the help of device drivers. Now, when a computer system is newly purchased, all of its hardware drivers and its OS are in perfect sync, therefore the system runs smoothly. After certain usage and Software updates, the OS of the device keeps on becoming better, but the hardware that you are using is still the same. This leads to a gap between the hardware you are using and your OS. This dramatically impacts the performance of your entire set-up, you may experience problems like glitches in mouse connectivity, low resolution, distorted sound, and connectivity lag in your internet network. All these problems pertain to outdated device drivers, the old device drivers fail to communicate effectively with the hardware and cause your hardware to malfunction.

The effective solution to this problem is updating your device drivers to their latest or to the version that is most compatible with your current OS. After updating you can continue to use your system at its optimized performance as your OS and hardware will once again be in sync.

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Announcement from ZoneFirewall LLC

Dear Valued Clients,

We’re excited to announce an important update to the way we offer our services at ZoneFirewall LLC. Starting October 1, 2025, we will be transitioning from custom pricing to two fixed service plans—designed to simplify your experience and bring more clarity to our pricing structure.

What’s New?

Instead of tailored quotes, you’ll now be able to choose from the following plans:

Advance Assistance — £249.99

Perfect for quick, on-demand support, this plan includes:

What You Will Get

  • Help Desk Access (7 days / week)
  • System Backup and Restore and Troubleshoots
  • Printer Support and Troubleshooting Services
  • Regular OS/ Application Update
  • System Disk - Clean up & Tune Up
  • Removal of Unwanted Apps & Files
  • Application / Software Installation and Support
  • Customised search queries for products
  • Access to DIY Technical Content
  • Incidental support for queries
  • Virus & Malware Removal
  • New Device Setup & Support (Phone/Tablet/SmartTV)
  • Email setup & backup on local device
  • Monthly Device Maintenance & Check-Up

Essential One Time Assistance — £99.99

Perfect for quick, on-demand support, this plan includes:

What You Will Get

  • On Call Technical Assistance
  • System Backup and Restore Services
  • Printer and Wi-Fi Setup and Troubleshoot
  • Operating System Troubleshooting & Support
  • System Disk - Clean up & Tune Up
  • Removal of Unwanted Apps & Files
  • Application / Software Installation and Troubleshoot
  • New Device Setup (Phone/Tablet/SmartTV)
  • Email setup & backup on local device
  • Incidental support for queries

Why the Change?

This shift is designed to:

  • Increase pricing transparency
  • Make service selection easier
  • Eliminate surprises and hidden fees
  • Maintain the high-quality support you expect

For Existing Clients

If you’re currently on a custom plan, you’ll continue under the existing terms until your agreement ends. After that, you can choose the plan that best suits your needs.

Need Help Choosing a Plan?

We’re here to help! Reach out by phone at +44-800-048-5987 or email us at billing@zonefirewall.co.uk with any questions.

Thank you for your continued trust in ZoneFirewall LLC. We look forward to supporting you with these new, streamlined service options.

Sincerely,
The ZoneFirewall LLC Team

zonefirewall.co.uk
+44-800-048-5987
billing@zonefirewall.co.uk

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