What is another word for device driver?
Pronunciation: [dɪvˈa͡ɪs dɹˈa͡ɪvə] (IPA) 
Device driver is a computer program designed to control and operate particular hardware devices or peripherals. However, there are several synonyms or similar phrases to the term "device driver" that holds the same meaning. Some of them include "hardware driver," "device controller," "system driver," and "utility driver." Others might refer to it simply as a "driver." Regardless of the term used, the main purpose of such software remains the same. It is required to help the operating system communicate with various types of devices connected to the computer. In general, without a device driver, the system would be unable to communicate with the hardware and would be rendered useless.
