Definition: Driver


(Software) Small, specialized program that typically handles the exchange of information with specific units/equipment like one type of printer (printer driver). (Hardware) Component, adapter, amplifier. Used for components needing high efficiency, supplying power to motors, etc.




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Performs the data encoding and conversions the drive needs to write computer generated information onto a magnetic medium and then read that information back with a high degree of accuracy.

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